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Methodology for Establishing a Community-Wide Life Laboratory for Capturing Unobtrusive and Continuous Remote Activity and Health Data
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Healthy homes and communities: putting the pieces together
Wilhelmine D Miller1, Craig E Pollack, David R Williams
1NORC at University of Chicago, Bethesda, Maryland 20814, USA. Miller-Wilhelmine@norc.org
American Journal of Preventive Medicine
|December 15, 2010
Summary
Creating healthy neighborhood environments is crucial for improving population health and reducing health disparities. This requires collaboration across sectors and community involvement for effective interventions.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Community Development
- Health Policy
Background:
- Reviews evidence for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Commission to Build a Healthier America.
- Focuses on recommendations for creating healthy neighborhood and community environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and update the evidence base for community environment recommendations.
- To inform strategies for building healthier communities.
Main Methods:
- Conducted literature reviews and consulted experts (2006-2009).
- Updated reviews and national statistics through mid-2010.
- Included site visits by the commission.
Main Results:
- Community environments (physical, social, economic) significantly impact health and disparities.
- Cross-sector strategies to reduce harmful exposures and promote healthy practices are gaining recognition.
- Community-engaged pilot projects show promise for improving health and quality of life.
Conclusions:
- Effective population health strategies need collaboration between public agencies (housing, transportation, etc.) and private/voluntary organizations.
- Further evaluation research on community-based interventions is essential for policy guidance and investment.
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