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Over 110 Million Europeans Face Deadly Noise Pollution

6/24/2025

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Over 110 million Europeans are grappling with harmful noise pollution, which claims 66,000 lives each year, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency. Transport noise is the main culprit, contributing to serious health issues like heart disease and diabetes. Immediate action is crucial to achieve the EU's 2030 noise reduction goals.

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Over 110 million Europeans are grappling with harmful noise pollution, which claims 66,000 lives each year, according to a new report from the European Environment Agency. Transport noise is the main culprit, contributing to serious health issues like heart disease and diabetes. Immediate action is crucial to achieve the EU's 2030 noise reduction goals.