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Get ready to turn down the volume and celebrate International Noise Awareness Day on April 28! This day was first established in 1996 by the Center for Hearing and Communication to raise awareness about the negative effects of excessive noise on our health and well-being. From loud construction sites to blaring music, noise pollution can be a major annoyance for many people. On this day, we are encouraged to take a moment to appreciate the benefits of silence and find ways to reduce noise levels in our daily lives. So let's all join together in creating a quieter world!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of INAD</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Center for Hearing and Communication established the inaugural International Noise Awareness Day to shed light on the impact of noise pollution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Global Campaign</div><div class='timeline-text'>International Noise Awareness Day began gathering momentum globally, with awareness campaigns spreading to multiple countries beyond the U.S.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Over the years, increasing numbers of organizations and individuals began observing INAD, amplifying the call to reduce noise pollution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Academic Involvement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Universities and research institutions started holding special symposiums and events to mark INAD, fostering further understanding of noise pollution.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition by WHO</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Health Organization began officially recognizing INAD, bringing greater attention to the impact of noise on public health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Observance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, INAD moved to virtual platforms, providing an opportunity to reach a wider audience and generate increased awareness about noise pollution.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a silent disco</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have a silent disco to celebrate International Noise Awareness Day. This way, you can still enjoy music and dancing without disturbing the peace.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a noise-free zone</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Designate an area where people can go to escape from noise and enjoy some peace and quiet. This could be in a park or even just a corner of your home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a soundproofing workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some materials and teach others how to soundproof their homes or workplaces. This can help spread awareness about the importance of reducing noise pollution.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Participate in a noise-cancelling headphones challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge your friends to a noise-cancelling headphones challenge where you see who can go the longest without being disturbed by outside noises. The winner can receive a prize related to noise reduction.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a public service announcement</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your creative skills to make a public service announcement about the importance of reducing noise pollution and share it on social media to spread awareness about International Noise Awareness Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about the effects of noise pollution</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Noise Awareness Day helps bring attention to the negative impacts of excessive noise on our health and well-being. It serves as a reminder to take action against noise pollution in our communities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes healthier living environments</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By spreading awareness about noise pollution, International Noise Awareness Day encourages individuals and organizations to find ways to reduce noise levels in their surroundings. This ultimately leads to creating healthier living spaces for ourselves and future generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It advocates for regulations and policies for noise control</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The observance of International Noise Awareness Day also calls for government and community leaders to implement regulations and policies that help manage and reduce noise pollution. This can lead to long-term improvements in our quality of life and overall health.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Noise Pollution Affects Wildlife</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have demonstrated that excessive noise can alter the migratory patterns of certain animals and interfere with their natural behaviors as they react to perceived threats.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Noise Can Influence Plant Growth</h3><p class='facts-content'>It may seem unbelievable, but research shows that certain types of noise like high-frequency sound waves can actually influence plant growth, often detrimentally.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Noise Pollution Contributes to Cardiovascular Diseases</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have found that long-term exposure to high levels of noise, especially from traffic, can contribute to cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and heart attacks.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Noise is Considered a Global Pollutant</h3><p class='facts-content'>The World Health Organization considers noise pollution an environmental stressor on par with air pollution, and a major public health threat.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Certain Types of Noise Can Damage Hearing</h3><p class='facts-content'>Exposure to noises louder than 85 decibels, equivalent to heavy city traffic, can lead to hearing loss over time. This also applies to loud music, machinery, and even hairdryers.</p></div></div>
International Noise Awareness Day is celebrated on April 25 every year. In 2024, International Noise Awareness Day will occur on a Thursday.
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