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[Neighbourhood noise pollution in housing]
Patrice Tran Ba Huy1, Christian Géraut2
1Ancien chef de service ORL, hôpital Lariboisière, Paris, France. Président honoraire de l'Académie nationale de médecine.
La Revue Du Praticien
|October 5, 2023
Summary
Neighbourhood noise pollution in housing is a common issue, often underestimated, stemming from poor building quality and non-compliance with noise regulations. This environmental nuisance impacts residents
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Urban Planning
- Public Health
Context:
- Increasing prevalence of environmental noise in residential settings.
- Underestimation of the health and well-being consequences of noise pollution.
- Challenges in enforcing building quality standards and noise emission regulations.
Purpose:
- To highlight the pervasive issue of neighbourhood noise pollution in housing.
- To identify the primary causes of noise nuisance in homes.
- To underscore the need for greater attention to the health impacts and regulatory compliance.
Summary:
- Noise pollution in housing arises from inadequate building insulation and disregard for public health codes.
- Incivility and non-adherence to regulations governing noise emissions contribute significantly.
- Physicians are increasingly consulted regarding health effects and mitigation strategies for noise-related disturbances.
Impact:
- Raises awareness of the underestimated consequences of domestic noise pollution.
- Emphasizes the link between building quality, regulatory enforcement, and resident well-being.
- Calls for improved compliance with noise regulations to protect public health.
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