Living in a neighborhood with traffic noise may increase Parkinson's disease risk over time
A long-term Danish study published in JAMA Neurology suggests a link between chronic exposure to road traffic noise and an increased risk of Parkinson's disease. Researchers followed over 3 million residents and found that noise reduction in the home may help mitigate this risk.
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This research underscores the potential long-term public health impacts of urban noise pollution on neurodegenerative disease development.
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Add as preferred source Long-term residential road-traffic noise was associated with a small increase in diagnosed Parkinson's risk. Credit: Pexels. Loud traffic noise has long been recognized as more than just a disturbance; it is a significant public health concern. Prolonged exposure to excessive traffic sounds can contribute to a range of health problems, including heart disease, hypertension, sleep disruptions, and mental health challenges, and it may also affect cognitive development in children.
A recent Danish study investigated if living near areas exposed to high levels of road traffic noise increases the risk of developing neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's disease over a long period of time.
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