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Archives of Environmental Health: An International Journal Volume 48, 1993 - Issue 6
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Traffic Noise and Cardiovascular Risk: The Speedwell Study, First Phase. Outdoor Noise Levels and Risk Factors

Wolfgang Babisch Institute for Water, Soil, and Air Hygiene of the Federal Health Office, Berlin, Germany
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Hartmut Ising Institute for Water, Soil, and Air Hygiene of the Federal Health Office, Berlin, Germany
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John E. J. Gallacher MRC Epidemiology Unit (South Wales) Llandough Hospital, Penarth, United Kingdom
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Dan S. Sharp Honolulu Heart Program, Honolulu, Hawaii
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Ian A. Baker Bristol and Weston Health Authority District Headquarters, Bristol, United Kingdom
Pages 401-405 | Published online: 11 Dec 2012

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