Letter by Pignier and Le Grand Regarding Article “Acute Administration of Fish Oil Inhibits Triggered Activity in Isolated Myocytes From Rabbits and Patients With Heart Failure”

Pignier, Christophe; Grand, Bruno Le

doi:10.1161/circulationaha.108.778373

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“…As the population grows, there is an increasing exposure to noise pollution in urban settings. According to 1994 population & housing census of Ethiopia, the total population of Wolaita Sodo was 36 The reality behind the rapid growth of population is a natural migration trend from rural areas to cities which are experiencing an exponential growth in people, activity, vehicle, traffic congestion and therefore, pollution in various forms. If we consider that by 2050 it is forecasted that 70% of the global population will live in urban areas, ensuring both a sustainable economic and social environment represents a huge challenge.…”

Section: Population Growthmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sources, Extents and Factors for the Proliferation of Urban Noise Pollution in Wolaita Sodo city, Wolaita zone, Ethiopia

Mesene¹,

Mengistu²

2021

IJSRP

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Noise pollution is an unwanted, unpleasant or disagreeable sound that causes discomfort to all living beings. Urban noise pollution is one of the problems of people who live in an urban area which causes different health complications and social problems. The major aim of this study was to explore the sources, extent and factors for proliferation of noise pollution in the study area. To attain the sought objectives of the study, mixed methods approach of research was employed. Key informant interviews, in-depth interviews, Focus Group Discussion, Survey and Documentary analysis were methods of data collection in the study. The findings of the study indicate that; traffic congestion and vehicles, loud speakers of religious institutions, announcements by loud speakers, night clubs, social events, building and construction works, wood and metal work machines, garage and welding works are major sources of noise pollution. The problem of noise pollution is aggravated by such factors as rapid urbanization, rapid population growth, road network and rapid increase of vehicles, the competition of religious institutions, and technological advancement. The extent each source emitting noise to the environment is above the standard given by EPA, which is adopted from WHO guidelines.

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Section: Population Growthmentioning

confidence: 99%