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Another study shows association of hearing loss with cognitive decline
Another study shows association of hearing loss with cognitive decline, writes Dr. Daniel Fink. But while correlation isn’t causation, this study supports others in the EU and U.S.
San Francisco Airport adopts “Quiet Airport” plan
San Francisco Airport adopts a “Quiet Airport” plan, reports Dr. Arline Bronzaft, who says it’s a great first step but urges the airport to promote its plan to other airports and the FAA.
Freiburg banned from hosting games at new stadium due to noise
SC Freiburg are banned from hosting Bundesliga games at their new soccer stadium due to noise ordinance violations. Dr. Daniel Fink wishes similar noise laws existed here in the U.S.
New York pols seek stiffer fines for modified mufflers
NY pols seek stiffer fines for modified mufflers, writes Dr. Arline Bronzaft, who says enacting a law isn’t enough—laws actually have to be enforced to make a difference.
Marine noise may harm lobsters
Marine noise may harm lobsters, says Dr. Daniel Fink. He points us to a study showing lobsters living near busy shipping lanes have damage to an organ that controls balance.
Cops use of LRADs violates 1st amendment rights
Dr. Arline Bronzaft writes about the use of long-range acoustic devices by police, noting that LRADs harm protesters’ hearing and violate their 1st amendment rights.
5 ways to protect against hearing loss
Dr. Daniel Fink says that hearing loss is not an inevitable part of normal aging, but is largely noise-induced. He points us to an article that tells us 5 ways we can protect against hearing loss.
Noisy and dangerous helicopters assault NYC skies
Dr. Arline Bronzaft reviews an article on noisy and dangerous helicopters assaulting NYC skies. Bills exist to address the problem, she writes, but the political will does not.
Companies urged to hire “Chief Sound Officers”
David Sykes shares an article that urges companies to hire “Chief Sound Officers,” and agrees with the article’s premise that sound matters to business in many ways deserving consideration.
Preventing hearing loss from recreational noise exposure
Dr. Daniel Fink writes that preventing hearing loss is better than treating it. Encouraging people to protect their hearing is good, but he says a better option is for government to regulate noise exposure.
The future of work is…quieter?
David Sykes asks if the future of work will be quieter. He writes that as designers and businesses think how to make workspaces healthier post-pandemic, they should also think about quiet and privacy.
The loudest toys to avoid this holiday season
Dr. Daniel Fink writes about this holiday season’s list of loudest toys to avoid. One major issue is there is no evidenced-based noise exposure levels for children, so if a toy sounds too loud, then assume it is too loud.