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Noise Pollution
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Noise kills
Most people assume noise only damages hearing, but as Dr. Daniel Fink points out, noise causes a whole host of other health problems. In short—noise kills.
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.
Loud motorcycle noise is a health hazard
Loud motorcycle noise is a health hazard, yet we are held hostage by a selfish few who revel in it. What can you do? Click to find out.
Disturb everyone else with your noise, but protect yourself
Disturb everyone else with your noise, but protect yourself. That seems to be the message in this report on ear plugs for motorcyclists.
Does noise kill thousands every year?
Does noise kill thousands every year? This piece in The Guardian says yes, and provides the data, courtesy of the European Environment Agency, to prove it.
A simple treatment may minimize hearing loss triggered by loud noise
A simple treatment may minimize hearing loss triggered by loud noise, but an even simpler remedy is available–avoid loud noise!
New York City appoints a “Nightlife Mayor”
NYC mayor appoints a Nightlife Mayor to balance business needs of music venue with neighbors seeking quiet, but his choice raises eyebrows.