In the busy, urban world we live in, we often fail to pay due attention to the impacts of pollution noise pollution in our lives. While air and water pollution are widely discussed issues, noise pollution remains a neglected problem, even though it has a significant impact on our health and well-being.
From constant traffic and industrial noise to excessive noise in work and residential environments, excessive noise has been shown to have adverse effects on human health. Some sounds that inhabit our daily lives may go unnoticed due to their frequency, but the risks are still present.
Understand how noise pollution affects long-term health
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Long-term exposure to high noise levels can contribute to the development of cardiovascular diseases, such as high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke.
Stress caused by constant noise can increase blood pressure and trigger harmful physiological responses to the cardiovascular system.
A study conducted by scientists who studied several patients at Massachusetts General Hospital revealed that study volunteers who lived near areas with extreme noise related to urban transportation were more likely to have a high level of arterial inflammation, cardiac events and amygdala activity over the next five years.
Chronic exposure to noise can also have negative effects on the immune system, making people more susceptible to illnesses and infections. The constant stress caused by chronic noise pollution can weaken the immune system, impairing its ability to effectively fight off disease.
Finding a solution to this condition is complex. However, advances in technology can offer innovative solutions to reduce urban noise.
This includes the use of quieter flooring and materials, the development of vehicles electric and silent and the implementation of urban design solutions that help reduce noise.
