Cardiologists Warn That Headphone Magnets Can Interfere With Implanted Cardiac Devices
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Alec Hively
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Summary
The article discusses how the magnetic fields emitted by headphones, including AirPods, can interfere with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) and pacemakers. Cardiologists warn that strong magnets in wireless earbuds can disrupt the functioning of these cardiac devices when placed too close to the chest. The article advises keeping headphones at a safe distance from implanted cardiac devices, particularly when storing them in a chest pocket or while sleeping.
Key quotes
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Next time you visit your grandparents, you might want to put your headphones away.
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