Chronic exposure to environmental noise pollution triggers physiological stress, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and mental health disorders, as confirmed by epidemiological and experimental studies.

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This factor causes widespread health burdens, including increased rates of heart disease, hypertension, anxiety, depression, and cognitive impairments. The WHO estimates at least 392,000 healthy years of life are lost annually in the EU due to transport-related noise. Studies show that even a single night of traffic noise impairs vascular function and elevates heart rate.

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