"Study Warns of Irreversible Hearing Loss Risk for Video Gamers"

A study suggests that gamers are at risk of irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus due to prolonged exposure to unsafe sound levels while playing video games. The review, which involved over 50,000 people, found that gamers often play with the volume turned up beyond safe limits, potentially leading to long-term damage. The study urges public health efforts to raise awareness of these risks and suggests prioritizing interventions to promote safe listening among gamers. The gaming industry body Ukie encourages the use of headphones within safe levels but did not comment further on the study.