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A systematic review of built environment and health.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  20010006     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Process    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The built environment can be considered a foundation for health and wellness. This structure, whether it be neighborhood layout or safe walking trails, impacts decisions relating to individual and community health outcomes. This review compiled the published research that examined the relationship between built environment and health. Findings from the 23 articles reviewed indicate that neighborhoods that are characterized as more walkable, either leisure-oriented or destination-driven, are associated with increased physical activity, increased social capital, lower overweight, lower reports of depression, and less reported alcohol abuse.
Authors:
Arlene Renalds; Tracey H Smith; Patty J Hale
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Family & community health     Volume:  33     ISSN:  1550-5057     ISO Abbreviation:  Fam Community Health     Publication Date:    2010 Jan-Mar
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2009-12-16     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  7809641     Medline TA:  Fam Community Health     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  68-78     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
James Madison University, Department of Nursing, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807, USA. renaldak@jmu.edu
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