That Hearing Loss from Headphones? It’s Permanent. Really.

The Truth about Your Headphones that Big Tech Won’t Tell You

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I’m about to share something that will make you uncomfortable. That ringing in your ears after your workout?

Those moments when you can’t quite hear what your friend is saying at dinner?

They’re not temporary inconveniences — they’re warning signs of permanent damage to your hearing.

And here’s the kicker: once it’s gone, it’s gone forever.

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My stepfather is losing his hearing. Even worse, he refuses to wear his hearings aid. So, I have a special interest in this topic.

I’ve spent hours talking to audiologists, and reading scientific papers about hearing and deafness. The truth is both fascinating and terrifying.

Let me break it down for you.

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Your Ears Are More Fragile Than You Think