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Audiologist warns noise pollution poses serious but overlooked health risks

Chronic exposure to traffic, construction, and other everyday noise can cause hearing loss, cardiovascular disease, and sleep disruption, experts say.

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What to know

  • Noise pollution causes more than hearing loss: chronic exposure triggers stress responses affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and sleep, linked to hypertension, coronary artery disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes.
  • Environmental noise guidelines from the WHO recommend lower exposure thresholds than occupational standards because they account for longer exposure periods and broader health effects.
  • Noise exposure accumulates throughout the day and effects are often preventable once people understand the risk factors and their sources.

“Creating a quieter environment can improve your health – but you have to know what you're listening for.”

Laura Coco, Associate Professor of Audiology, San Diego State University · The Conversation US ↗ · Sep 20

Laura Coco Associate Professor of Audiology, San Diego State University

Audiologist warns noise pollution poses serious but overlooked health risks
theconversation.com

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Sep 22yesterdaynow · 12:59 AM ET
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    “Noise is an important but often overlooked environmental health hazard, with effects ranging from hearing loss to cardiovascular disease.”
    — Laura Coco
    1. 3 outlets Noise pollution is a serious but often forgotten public health problem

      first by Mastodon, 1d ago · also Japan Today, The Conversation US

    • TheConversationUS

      Loud noise doesn't just damage your hearing. Chronic exposure to traffic, construction and loud music can lead to hypertension, stroke and Type 2 diabetes over time, an audiologist explains: https:// theconversation.com/noise-poll ution-is-a-serious-but-often-forgotten-public-health-problem-290223

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