India, March 3 -- The Union Ministry of Health has recently issued a warning to state governments regarding excessive use of audio devices such as headphones, earphones, and earplugs. It cautions that listening at high volumes may cause hearing impairment, with risks including tinnitus, a persistent ringing sound in the ears. Experts are increasingly concerned about the rising addiction to mobile devices among children.

Highlighting the severity of the issue, the Ministry stressed the importance of reducing the use of personal audio devices, particularly among the younger population. Communication sent to the states underlined that extended exposure to loud sounds can degrade or even irreversibly damage one's hearing ability.

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