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Excessive earphone use may cause early hearing loss: AIIMS warns
short by / on Tuesday, 3 March, 2026
Excessive use of earphones, headphones, and Bluetooth devices can cause permanent hearing loss, warns AIIMS Delhi. Prolonged loud listening damages sensitive ear cells, leading to tinnitus and reduced hearing, even by age 40. Experts suggest the '60-60 rule': keep volume under 60% and take 10-15 min breaks every hour for ear safety.
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