10/12/2023

Why Hearing as Wellness Matters

Workplace headphone use is damaging people's hearing

Hey! Your headphones are too loud. 

I'm not saying you need to take them off. Let's be real: Headphones are here to stay. The twin forces of true wireless, which makes headphones more convenient, and remote work, which has replaced in-person meetings with dial-ins, have made headphones much more indispensable.

Here's the problem: Based on today's common headphone practices, that's far too much. We've undergone a massive cultural shift, and are only just beginning to recognize how problematic the widespread use of headphones can be.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Fast Company.