With the rising use of ear pods and headphones, particularly among individuals in their 20s, concerns regarding ear hygiene, infections, ear pain, safety risks, and mental and social impacts have grown significantly. This project aimed to raise awareness about these issues, educate the public on safer practices, and promote informed consumer choices. Given the alarming usage trends, this initiative was both timely and essential.

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Project Accomplishments

1.Awareness Session at NMO-ICSY Camp, Janak Zila

•Successfully introduced the project to a large audience.

•Used pictures and visual aids to communicate concerns effectively.

2.Collaboration with Medical and College Students

•Partnered with students from RML Medical College and Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College to amplify our message.

3.Social Media Outreach

•Via Instagram shared GIFs and videos related to the project.

•Engaged university and college students, particularly from NIMS University and Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (munsoc_sbsc), to maximize reach and engagement.

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Possible Outcomes

The project is expected to:

✔ Promote healthier listening habits among youth.

✔ Encourage better product designs from manufacturers.

✔ Build a more informed consumer base that prioritizes ear health.

✔ Help mitigate the risks of hearing damage, hygiene concerns, and safety hazards linked to prolonged ear pod use.

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Team Members

Teacher Coordinator:

•Dr. Samanvaya Soni ( Assistant professor, ENT Department)

Team Leader:

•Rupal Goel

Co-Members:

•Raghav Goel – Created GIFs and project videos.

•Arnav – Represented NIMS Medical College.

•Aniket Karoliya – Represented RML Medical College.

•Prabhat Banerji – Represented Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College (ARSD College).

•Harsh – Represented Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, Delhi.

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Conclusion

This project successfully initiated conversations about the risks associated with excessive ear pod usage. By engaging medical students, universities, and social media platforms, we took a crucial step toward fostering awareness and influencing behavioral change. Moving forward, continued advocacy and educational initiatives will be essential to further drive this message and encourage long-term safe listening practices.