Hacker News with Generative AI: Audiology

Are noise-cancelling headphones impairing our hearing? (theguardian.com)
They are prized for making the commute more bearable and shielding against the din of daily life. But noise-cancelling headphones have come under scrutiny after audiologists raised concerns that overuse might impair people’s hearing skills.
New earplugs won't amplify the sound of your own voice (scientificamerican.com)