Health impacts of urban development: key considerations.
The urban environment is an important determinant of health. Health impact assessment is a tool for systematic analysis of the health consequences of urban development and management. This paper identifies key considerations, including opportunities for physical activity, food access and local economic development. Time use by urban residents has health implications. The schedule for infrastructure development in new release areas (in particular transport, education and health infrastructure) also has health implications. Health impacts should be considered a primary outcome of urban development and management.
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Anthony G
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Oxford Health Alliance Asia-Pacific Regional Centre, The University of Sydney. acapon@med.usyd.edu.au
D001315:Australia; D002958:City Planning; D003153:Community Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006287:Health Planning Guidelines; D006291:Health Policy; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D020380:Needs Assessment; D013673:Technology Assessment, Biomedical / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014504:Urban Health; D014505:Urban Population; D014506:Urban Renewal