European governments recognize that noise is a health hazard. London is poised to do something about it, and U.S. cities should follow.
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Another adverse effect of traffic noise
Yet another adverse health effect is tied to traffic noise: Danish study shows people exercise less when they live near noisy roads.
Who is to blame for noisy restaurants?
Who is to blame for noisy restaurants? A report from Australia blames minimalist design trends, but crowded rooms and loud music contribute, too.
How to deal with noisy neighbors
How to deal with noisy neighbors? Dr. Arline Bronzaft offers advice culled from years of intervention on behalf of sleepless city residents.
Au revoir to noisy vacuum cleaners?
Au revoir to noisy vacuum cleaners? Yes, in the EU, where new regulations limit noise. U.S. manufacturers must act now or lose future market share.
Here’s why Amazon won’t be delivering by drone anytime soon
Here’s why Amazon won’t be delivering by drone anytime soon: NASA says that people find the buzz of drones more annoying than any other vehicle sound.
New drug may prevent hearing loss after noise exposure
A new drug may prevent hearing loss after noise exposure, but how the drug researchers determined the drug’s efficacy may be disturbing.
Is eating out bad for your ears?
Eating out may be bad for your ears, writes Gail Richard, president of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Dr. Daniel Fink tells us why restaurants must be quieter.
Quiet motorcycles? Tell your neighbor to buy one of these…
Quiet motorcycles? Yes. Tell your motorcycle-loving neighbor to buy one of these: an electric motorcycle. Harley-Davidson is working on one!