It’s Better Hearing Month, a time when we should think about noise, how it affects us, and what we can do about it.
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Want to be a citizen scientist?
Want to be a citizen scientist? Learn how you can help identify, preserve & create quiet spaces in your community.
Concern about noise is universal
A survey by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association finds that adults of all ages are concerned about the long-term effect of exposure to noise.
The danger of noisy oceans
The danger of noisy oceans: Research shows that human noise is endangering whale, dolphin, and seal species.
National Parks: Why quiet matters
Read about a recent study that shows noise pollution is invading our national parks and protected natural areas, and learn why quiet matters.
What Your Patients Don’t Know Can Hurt Them
It looks like the truth about noise-induced hearing loss is finally getting out. Read this article in The Hearing Journal, which discusses the fact that noise causes hearing loss and reflects a move away from the conventional thinking that hearing loss was an inevitable side effect of aging.
May 23rd: Noise Pollution Clearinghouse Celebrates 20th Anniversary in NYC
The Noise Pollution Clearinghouse is celebrating its 20th Anniversary and you’re invited to their anniversary gala in New York City.
What Is a Safe Noise Level for the Public, Redux?
Dr. Daniel Fink was invited to write a blog post for the American Journal of Public Health expanding on his editorial in the January issue. Learn why he is so motivated to protect the public from dangerous noise and how he determined what is a safe noise level.
Looking for a quiet restaurant? Wall St. values this “quiet” chain at $7.5 billion
Could offering a side of quiet with your meal spell success for America’s restaurants? Panera’s growth suggests the answer is “Yes!”