Quality of Life

Noise is bad for your heart

Dr. Nandi, a health news commentator for WXYZ in Detroit, MI, says noise is bad for your heart. Recent research from Germany confirms it.

Is hearing loss an early indicator of dementia? Researchers in Italy say older adults w/ central hearing loss may have cognitive decline.

The CDC recognizes that hearing loss is a major problem in the U.S.. Learn more about the CDC’s June 2017 Grand Rounds on hearing health.

Who likes restaurant noise? Hardly anyone according to a Florida reporter who “isn’t old yet,” but hates noisy restaurants.

Dr. Arline Bronzaft awarded APA’s 2018 Presidential Citation for her lifelong commitment to making the world a quieter and healthier place.

A wave of hearing loss in young people predicted because of their habitual use of personal audio devices played at high volume.

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. There are plenty of options, whether you care about restaurant noise or your (sub)urban soundscape.

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.