How loud is too loud? Not 85 decibels as the mainstream media generally cites. Dr. Daniel Fink says between 70 and 75 decibels should be the noise exposure limit.
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The need for quiet
Dr. Arline Bronzaft was quoted in an excellent article on one of the quietest places on earth, as she highlights the need for quiet places.
More study needed on hearing loss among preschool teachers
More study needed on hearing loss among preschool teachers. If the study holds up, says Dr. Bronzaft, school design must focus on acoustics.
Hearing-related problems are common among preschool teachers
Hearing-related problems are common among preschool teachers, a Swedish study finds—screaming children are an occupational hazard.
Noise is bad for children
The World Health Organization has known for over a decade that noise adversely affects children’s health. So why haven’t we done anything to protect them?
Federal judge upholds city’s noise ordinance
A federal judge upholds Jupiter, Florida’s noise ordinance, and justice is served as a developer is told to keep the noise down
NYC’s public data program shows noise is number one 311 complaint
NYC’s public data program shows noise is the number one 311 complaint. Not surprising, but the city’s use of maps to show where and when the calls were logged is new and worth a look.
Restaurant noise in the news
Restaurant noise is in the news, as three separate articles appear that address restaurant noise generally and noise in New York City and Austin, Texas restaurants specifically.
How I became a noise activist
Excerpt: Dr. Daniel Fink tells us why he became a noise activist, what he’s learned about safe noise exposure, and what we must do to protect health.