There's growing concerns youth hearing loss could be at an all-time high.

Globally, one in five young people have been diagnosed with hearing issues - and the WHO has predicted over one billion young adults risk permanent avoidable hearing loss.

National Foundation for Deaf and Hard of Hearing CEO Natasha Gallardo says the problem stems from prolonged use of loud headphones and personal devices.

"It's mainly whether or not that tinnitus is ongoing - and really, what are your listening habits? Are they contributing to that tinnitus and the potential for that to become permanent?"

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There's growing concerns youth hearing loss could be at an all-time high.
Globally, one in five young people have been diagnosed with hearing issues - and the WHO has predicted over one billion young adults risk permanent avoidable hearing loss.
National Foundation for Deaf and Hard of Hearing CEO Natasha Gallardo says the problem stems from prolonged use of loud headphones and personal devices.
"It's mainly whether or not that tinnitus is ongoing - and really, what are your listening habits? Are they contributing to that tinnitus and the potential for that to become permanent?"
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