September 19, 2012
As the Institute of Medicine (IOM) and other official groups have recognized environmental and policy changes as promising strategies for controlling obesity and improving diet and physical activity, various measures […]
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The 2012 Built Environment Assessment Training (BEAT) Institute is happening now in Boston, Mass. The goals of the Institute are to: prepare investigators and practitioners to use both observational and […]
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There is growing evidence that the “built environment” or physical characteristics of a community can have a major impact on obesity, physical activity, and overall health. NCCOR External Scientific Panel […]
Read more >June 13, 2012
Numerous research examines the “built environment,” defined as the man-made entities that form the physical characteristics of a community. This includes buildings, roads, utilities, homes, food stores, restaurants, fixtures, parks, […]
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