International Noise Awareness Day
April 26th was International Noise Awareness Day. Noise pollution is a serious issue that can lead to sleep disorders, high blood pressure or cardiovascular diseases. In this (Dutch) article by Nu.nl UCG lecturer dr. Tjeerd Andringa elaborates on the effect of noise pollution on our brain and our life.
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