Study reveals deadly risks of living near an airport

A recent study has uncovered the potential health risks associated with residing in close proximity to an airport.

– and are exposed to noise from aircraft taking off and landing – may have a higher risk of heart health problems.

According to the study, exposure to noise may raise the risk of experiencing heart attacks.

The team said this can lead to heart attacks, potentially life-threatening irregular heart rhythms, and strokes.

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Researchers compared the heart health of people living in areas with high levels of aircraft noise with those living in areas where aircraft noise levels are lower.

People living in areas with more noise have harder and bigger heart muscles, which tighten and loosen less easily and aren't as effective at moving blood round the body.

This was particularly notable for those who were exposed to higher levels of aircraft noise overnight, primarily because it is contracted that this may be due to poor sleep quality and people being more likely to be at home in the evening, thus being more susceptible to the noise.

Statistics indicate that individuals suffering from conditions such as arrhythmias, potentially life-threatening heart rhythms, or stroke, are more prevalent when compared to individuals without these cardiac abnormalities.

Leading senior author Dr Gaby Captur, a consultant cardiologist at the Royal Free Hospital in London and member of the UCL Institute of Cardiovascular Science, noted: “Our investigation is observational so we cannot be definitive that high levels of aircraft noise resulted in these variations in heart structure and function.

“However, our research confirms that evidence is emerging that aircraft noise can negatively impact heart health and our overall wellbeing.”

Considered efforts from the Government and industry are needed to lower our exposure to aircraft noise and ease its effect on the health of millions of people who reside or live near airports or under flight routes.

Research has shown that long-term exposure to high levels of aircraft noise can lead to increased blood pressure and a higher risk of obesity.

Previous research conducted by the University of Leicester found that around 5% of adults in England were exposed to aircraft noise exceeding 50 decibels during the day or night.

The study was funded by the Medical Research Council, the British Cardiovascular Society, the British Heart Foundation, a UCL Charlotte and Yule Bogue Research Fellowship, and the National Institute for Health and Care Research.

Professor James Leiper, associate medical director at the British Heart Foundation, said: “For most of us, flying on a plane is seen as a ticket to a well-deserved break and some relaxation.

This groundbreaking research highlights the unforeseen effects for individuals residing in the vicinity of our busiest transport hubs.

“These studies cannot definitively prove cause and effect, but they contribute to existing research demonstrating the harm that noise pollution causes to one’s heart health.”

Further research will be necessary to look into the longer-term health effects on individuals who are most exposed to aircraft noise.

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