Noise Is the New Secondhand Smoke

Public healthAircraft noiseFederal noise regulation
Written By Marina Jokic

Published by Noisy Skies

Noise is not just a source of annoyance. It is also a public health crisis. Nighttime aviation noise is particularly harmful to your cardiovascular system and sleep hygiene. This episode features Dr. Mathias Basher talking about his ongoing FAA-funded research on sleep and health; Dr. Peter James discussing his just-published research on noise and cardiovascular health; and Quiet Communities founder Dr. Jamie Banks speaking about their efforts to revive the EPA Office of Noise Control and Abatement. Listen to the podcast episode here.

The New York Times article mentioned in this episode can be read here. 

Marina Jokic
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