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  • Urban planning and public health
  • Environmental science
  • Ecology

Background:

  • Urban green and blue infrastructure (GABI) is expanding globally for sustainable development and climate adaptation.
  • GABI is linked to improved quality of life and public health.
  • However, GABI may also introduce unintended negative health consequences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify potential adverse public health effects of increased urban biodiversity, water bodies, and tree cover.
  • To raise awareness and encourage preventive measures in urban GABI projects.

Main Methods:

  • Review of potential health risks associated with increased urban biodiversity.
  • Analysis of health implications of urban water bodies and wetlands.
  • Consideration of health impacts of increased urban tree cover, including allergies.

Main Results:

  • Increased urban biodiversity can promote vectors for infectious diseases (e.g., rats, ticks).
  • Urban water bodies may host disease vectors like mosquitoes and toxic algal blooms.
  • Expanded urban green spaces can exacerbate pollen allergies.

Conclusions:

  • Awareness of GABI's potential health hazards is crucial for effective urban planning.
  • Integrating public health considerations early in GABI projects maximizes health promotion.
  • Preventive measures can mitigate risks, ensuring GABI's full health benefits.