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1. Dr. Lavan Varathan reports that many Gen-Zers wear AirPods 8–12 hours a day—even while commuting, at the gym, or sleeping—leading to early signs of hearing loss.

How often do you use AirPods or ear buds?

All day, every day (8–12 hours or more)

Several hours a day (3–7 hours)

Occasionally (1–2 hours a day or a few times a week)

Rarely or never

2. Studies show that prolonged use of earbuds, even at moderate volumes, can slowly damage hearing and cause tinnitus. If you use earbuds, are you concerned about your hearing?

Yes

No

Undecided

Not Applicable

3. Dr. Varathan highlights hygiene issues with AirPods, including wax and bacteria build-up leading to infections. Do you clean your AirPods or earbuds?

Always

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

Gen-Z & Ear Health