An extensive medical study has revealed that constant exposure to traffic noise is not limited to daily annoyance, but extends to an increased risk of developing chronic neurological diseases, most notably Parkinson's disease. The study, which observed millions of individuals
over many years, indicated that high noise levels cause sleep disturbances and elevate stress and bodily inflammation, which damage neurons. Researchers recommended adopting strict engineering and environmental standards in city planning and residential building design to provide healthy and tranquil
environments.
