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Non-auditory health effects of noise pollution
This May 17th listen to a CDC-sponsored webinar by The Quiet Coalition’s Dr. Richard Neitzel on “Chronic Health Effects and Injury Associated with Environmental Noise Pollution.” Click here to learn more.
Is it time to redefine “noise”?
Is it time to redefine “noise”? Noise has been defined as unwanted sound, but isn’t it more accurate to define noise as harmful sound?
Arline L. Bronzaft, PhD, awarded APA’s 2018 Presidential Citation
Dr. Arline Bronzaft awarded APA’s 2018 Presidential Citation for her lifelong commitment to making the world a quieter and healthier place.
CDC issues warning about power tool noise
The CDC warns it can take as little as one minute to permanently damage your hearing if you use power tools without hearing protection.
Is there a link between NYC noise and crime?
Is there a link between NYC noise and crime? Dr. Arline Bronzaft says that noise complaints may be a sign of child abuse or drug dealing.
Join us and others in measuring noise
Join us and others in measuring noise. There are plenty of options, whether you care about restaurant noise or your (sub)urban soundscape.
NY Comptroller: Noise is a serious issue in New York City
The NY Comptroller says noise is a serious issue in New York City, and he concludes that silencing excessive noise will be a major challenge.
Gene therapy is great, but can anyone afford it?
Gene therapy is great, but can anyone afford it? Dr. Daniel Fink suggests a cheaper option for dealing with hearing loss: prevent it first!