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flag Musicians face significantly higher hearing risks than non-musicians, with 42.6% reporting tinnitus, according to a global study.

flag A new study finds musicians have significantly higher rates of tinnitus, hearing loss, and hyperacusis than non-musicians, with 42.6% reporting tinnitus, 25.7% experiencing hearing loss, and 37.3% reporting hyperacusis—compared to 13.2%, 11.6%, and 15.3% in non-musicians. flag The analysis of 67 studies involving over 28,000 musicians across 21 countries found no major difference between classical and pop/rock musicians, suggesting factors like instrument type, seating, acoustics, and hearing protection use are more influential. flag Nearly two-thirds of hearing loss cases were self-reported, with only 37% confirmed by testing, indicating possible underreporting. flag Experts urge better, personalized hearing protection strategies and routine screenings to address widespread auditory health risks in music professionals.

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