Are white noise machines bad for you?
Are white noise machines bad for you? A study from researchers at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children found that many white noise machines go up to unsafe levels, with some maxing out at 85 decibels—that's as loud as a hair dryer. Having the machine on that loud puts babies at risk for hearing loss over time. Do white noise machines actually work? Studies suggest a white noise machine can reduce sleep onset for patients, or the time it takes to fall asleep, by nearly 40% compared to patients who don't use these devices. Some studies have also found that white...