Sprawl Can Make You Fat

Recent studies and advocacy efforts emphasize the link between health and urban planning and design.

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July 16, 2003, 6:00 AM PDT

Citing references to unsafe conditions for pedestrians, and the increased likelihood for residents in sprawling environments to be overweight, some researchers and community activists are advocating solutions that link health to urban planning and design.

Thanks to Steven Bodzin

FULL STORY: Community can be hazardous to your health

Sunday, July 13, 2003 in The Chicago Tribune

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