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Walkable, greener neighborhoods linked to better physical and mental health across the U.S.

A new big-data analysis of the U.S. pinpoints how urban design aids the health of city residents—especially when cities provide walking opportunities, greenery and mixed-use streets with a blend of commercial and residential activity.

Walkable, greener neighborhoods linked to better physical and mental health across the U.S.
Image: Phys.org
A new big-data analysis of the U.S. pinpoints how urban design aids the health of city residents—especially when cities provide walking opportunities, greenery and mixed-use streets with a blend of commercial and residential activity.

Originally published at Phys.org

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