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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.
7 reasons to say no to fireworks
Treehugger gives us 7 reasons to say no to fireworks. We focused like a laser beam on the last two reasons–cruelty to animals and hearing loss–but the others are just as bad. Click to learn more.
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!
Using “thick data” to make a smart city
Using “thick data” to make a smart city is a first step. Then, armed with data, government has to balance competing interests.
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.
Noise is a health hazard worldwide
Noise is a health hazard worldwide, and this excellent article by Matthew Keegan is a very useful summary of a complex subject.
Turn that down! We can prevent hearing loss
Turn that down! We can prevent hearing loss by following a few simple rules: turn it down, walk away from noise, and use hearing protection!
Residents have the right to quiet in their homes
Sadly, not everyone is a good neighbor. Dr. Arline Bronzaft writes about what happens when people ignore their neighbor’s right to quiet.