physical activity
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This is what Bogota, Dhaka and Shanghai can teach us about healthy city living
04th April 2022
Study finds consistent evidence that people are less likely to be obese or have diabetes if they live in cities where walking and cycling is safe and convenient.
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To grow up healthy, children need to sit less and play more
30th April 2019
On 24 April, the World Health Organization (WHO) released a new set of recommendations on physical activity, sedentary behaviour and sleep for children under 5 years of age.
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Making streets safer across the United States
11th February 2019
As part of their mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer healthier lives, the American Heart Association supports cities and states in the U.S. making policy changes for healthier communities, like through Voices for Healthy Kids, focusing on childhood health and works to create safe active environments where walking and cycling are part of everyday life and culture