Will personal music players be the next public health disaster for young people? Dr. Daniel Fink fears the answer is yes, and says we must regulate now to prevent a hearing loss epidemic tomorrow.
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Why is the world so loud?
Dr. Daniel Fink asks “why is the world so loud?” There can be no rational doubt that noise is a public health problem, he writes, adding that at least the media is starting to take notice.
In their defense, they just wanted some sleep
What would you do if workmen were making noise outside your house at 3:00 a.m.? These angry Edinburgh residents expressed their displeasure in the most Scottish way ever…
London searching for ways to quiet the Underground
London is looking for ways to quiet the Underground. Dr. Arline Bronzaft asks what too so long? Her 40+ years studying subway noise shows it not only disturbs those exposed to it, it’s also a sign of potential breakdown.
What kind of sound should electric cars make to warn pedestrians?
Dr. Daniel Fink asks if the government can dictate that electric cars must make sound, why can’t it enforce existing laws against overly loud vehicles?
Exciting research on the biological effects of noise on birds
David Sykes writes about the exciting research on the biological effects of noise on birds by Dr. Jesse Barber.
Noise inside rail cars is a problem, too
Noise inside rail cars is a problem, too. Noise levels on Vancouver’s SkyTrain have been as high as 106 decibels, so when traveling by train, remember your ear plugs!
Where is NYC’s promised Quality-of-Life Plan?
Where is NYC’s promised Quality-of-Life Plan? Dr. Arline Bronzaft hopes it’s released soon and offers some advice and studies to Deputy Mayor of Operations Laura Anglin.
Why boomers hate restaurants targeting millennials
Why to boomers hate restaurants targeting millennials? In a word, noise. Baby boomers remember when you could enjoy a meal and a conversation.