In this episode of Beatwise The Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Gabriella Captur, cardiologist and associate professor at University College London, to uncover the hidden dangers of noise pollution on heart health.

We often think of pollution in terms of air or water, but did you know that environmental noise - especially from aircraft and traffic - could be silently harming your heart? 🚨

Dr. Captur shares groundbreaking insights from her latest research on aircraft noise exposure and its link to high blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease. 

We dive into:

• How noise pollution triggers stress responses that impact cardiovascular health
• The biological mechanisms behind noise-induced heart disease
• The role of sleep disruption in long-term heart risks
• Policy changes and practical steps you can take to protect yourself
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This episode is a must-listen for anyone living in a high-noise environment, healthcare professionals, and those passionate about preventative heart health.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] Welcome to Beatwise The Podcast

[00:39] Meet Dr. Gabriella Captur

[01:44] What is noise pollution?

[02:24] How noise impacts your health

[03:02] Global noise pollution statistics

[05:29] The link between noise and heart disease

[05:50] Biological pathways of noise impact

[09:26] Noise, sleep, and cardiovascular risk

[13:29] Study findings: What the research reveals

[23:18] Public health and policy recommendations

[27:56] Final thoughts and key takeaways

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