Dr. Daniel Fink writes about how the lockdown reduced noise exposure in the U.S. The study showing the reduction was led by TQC’s co-founder Dr. Richard Neitzel.
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Birds changed their tune during the Covid lockdown
Birds changed their tune during the Covid lockdown, writes Dr. Arline Bronzaft, who looks at two articles reporting that birds in San Francisco sang more softly and with improved vocal range during lockdown.
Another study shows association of hearing loss with cognitive decline
Another study shows association of hearing loss with cognitive decline, writes Dr. Daniel Fink. But while correlation isn’t causation, this study supports others in the EU and U.S.
San Francisco Airport adopts “Quiet Airport” plan
San Francisco Airport adopts a “Quiet Airport” plan, reports Dr. Arline Bronzaft, who says it’s a great first step but urges the airport to promote its plan to other airports and the FAA.
Freiburg banned from hosting games at new stadium due to noise
SC Freiburg are banned from hosting Bundesliga games at their new soccer stadium due to noise ordinance violations. Dr. Daniel Fink wishes similar noise laws existed here in the U.S.
New York pols seek stiffer fines for modified mufflers
NY pols seek stiffer fines for modified mufflers, writes Dr. Arline Bronzaft, who says enacting a law isn’t enough—laws actually have to be enforced to make a difference.
Marine noise may harm lobsters
Marine noise may harm lobsters, says Dr. Daniel Fink. He points us to a study showing lobsters living near busy shipping lanes have damage to an organ that controls balance.
Cops use of LRADs violates 1st amendment rights
Dr. Arline Bronzaft writes about the use of long-range acoustic devices by police, noting that LRADs harm protesters’ hearing and violate their 1st amendment rights.
5 ways to protect against hearing loss
Dr. Daniel Fink says that hearing loss is not an inevitable part of normal aging, but is largely noise-induced. He points us to an article that tells us 5 ways we can protect against hearing loss.