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Noise-Cancelling Headphones Reduce Post-Surgery Nausea

Updated 2026-10-17 18:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Noise-cancelling headphones can reduce the risk of nausea and vomiting after surgery, which may be partly related to noises patients are exposed to during general anaesthesia.

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New Scientist
Nausea and vomiting are common after surgery, which may be partly related to the noises patients are exposed to, even under general anaesthetic. Wearing noise-cancelling headphones while on the operating table reduces the risk
2026-10-17 18:30 UTC
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