Today is World Hearing Day, which puts a spotlight on hearing loss and its various causes and interventions.
It’s also bringing attention to one surprising danger to your ears that many people don’t often consider.
When you think about hearing loss, you probably think about old age or loud music.
But experts say video games are causing more and more hearing problems.
Statistics show half of all gamers are playing with the sound too loud and often through headphones or headsets which put loud noises right in your ear.
Audiologists say noise-induced hearing loss is not reversible, but it is preventable.
Some prevention tips include turning the volume down, taking breaks every hour and using noise-cancelling headphones.
Experts say those reduce outside noise, which makes it easier to keep the volume down.
Just last week, the World Health Organization called on gaming manufacturers to set safe-listening standards.
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