Quiet is crucial for your children. Learn why–and more importnatly–how to introduce some quiet into your children’s lives.
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London’s poised to do something about noise
European governments recognize that noise is a health hazard. London is poised to do something about it, and U.S. cities should follow.
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.
Quiet aircraft? NASA’s on the job, but when?
Quiet aircraft? NASA’s on the job, but when will it happen? Slower than we would like, sadly, but maybe sooner than we think?
We can curse those who made us deaf
With noise-induced hearing loss unchecked, knowing how to curse in sign language is important–so we can curse those who made us deaf.
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.
Noisy restaurants redux
Baby boomers have money to spend on restaurants, but few options for where to eat. Why? Restaurant noise drives them away. Click here to learn more.