Cycling infrastructure in Bogota: do we all have the same access?
Lack of ‘Ciclorutas’ (bicycle lanes) in Bogota’s neighbourhoods of low socio-economic status shows inequality in the access to active transportation options, potentially increasing health disparities.
Re-connecting to landscape and reviving the sense of belonging
New ways of integrating indigenous knowledge in landscape architecture design
Water infrastructure failures have impacts beyond human health
Study shows the Flint, Michigan water crisis may spur additional population losses for the city.
Promoting a healthy cities agenda through indicators: development of a global urban environment and health index
Understanding how urban environments affect health is the first step in making a healthy city.
Neighbourhoods: Walkability, affordability and social inclusion in Melbourne, Australia
Housing in disadvantaged areas is more affordable, however, cities would be more equitable if disadvantaged areas were walkable and amenity rich; and existing liveable neighbourhoods had more social housing.
Making cities inclusive for children with disabilities: Development of the Child Community Health Inclusion Index
We must take a careful look into the structures, policies, and programs that may be barriers to inclusion of children with disabilities in the community. Assess to intervene and create cities that are inclusive of and healthy for all!
Can crowdsourced data help us understand access to health-promoting programs in cities? A case study on Canadian cities
Big data is valuable for understanding the spread of health-enabling resources in cities. But what happens when those resources are not visible via GIS? We explored crowdsourced data as a solution.
How do we make sustainable and healthy diets acceptable, appealing, and appropriate in local settings?
How can healthy, sustainable diets be accessible and appealing? We explore how Copenhagen residents navigate their food environments, what shapes their food practices, and what they’d like to change.
Status of solid waste management policy implementation in Kenya
Solid waste production is rapidly increasing in Kenyan cities. However, the implementation of available policies to address the canker leaves much to be desired.
Gentrification creates stress by intensifying financial insecurity
Gentrification exacerbates financial insecurity for economically vulnerable residents, leading to increased stress.