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Safe-Listening Myths for Personal Music Players
The potential noise risk from PMPs comes primarily from repeated exposures to high-intensity sound over extended periods of time.
While the media continue to spotlight the risk of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) from personal music players (PMPs), a number of myths have surfaced in the public arena. It’s important for professionals to stay informed and provide contemporary perspectives and accurate information to those for whom we care.