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Jose:

For earphones with leatherette earpads, we supply "Wipe Its," for those who
have concerns.  We also periodically replace foam and "button" earpads, and
always keep a few spare  of the foam earpads for those who want a fresh
set.

I don't really know if there is a health issue - but our students at least
have a choice for clean earpads if they want...

Bill Caldwell
LFS/LRC
American U.


                                                                          
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>Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 12:31:10 -0400
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>From: "Jose C. Rodriguez" <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Headset health issues?

I am relatively new to this list, so forgive any recent duplication
of this inquiry.

Our language lab is currently fitted with sound-out extensions so
that students can bring in their own headphones to use in the lab and
plug into these extensions. I am considering supplying
headphones/headsets for each computer for this Fall. I have been told
that there are health issues in sharing headsets. I can see where
students may not want to use a pair of headphones after another
student has used them, but is there really a "health" issue? Any
experiences you've had with common use of headphones (pro or con)
would be appreciated.

Many thanks,
Jose
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Jose C. Rodriguez,
Language Educational Analyst
Emory College Language Center
Emory University
404-727-9351
Fax:  727-7345