04/23/2026
Road Traffic Noise May Affect Vascular Function.
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz observed that overnight exposure to urban road traffic noise can increase stress and inflammation markers in otherwise healthy adults, leading to sleep disruption, impaired blood vessel function, and a higher resting heart rate. The findings suggest that living in areas with higher levels of nighttime traffic noise may be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
Cardiovascular Research, February 2026