by laurakrupar | Jul 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
This resource is designed to guide the development of neighborhoods that promote physical and mental health, community engagement, and overall quality of life in the Inland Empire. It provides criteria, empirical evidence, and best practices for developers, city...
by erinb | Jun 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
In this resource, walkability and its impact on health were systematically reviewed through health impact assessments (HIAs). While most HIAs focused on the positive effects of improving walkability, particularly through active and public transport, other aspects of...
by erinb | Jun 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
This resource introduces a new quantitative Health Impact Assessment (HIA) tool that addresses the limitations of existing methods. By analyzing the built environment’s impact on health, the device provides insights into transportation decisions, showing...
by nick | May 24, 2023 | Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, Older Adults, People Living in Poverty, People with Disabilities
This rapid health impact assessment (HIA), produced by a team of University of Washington graduate students, identifies potential health concerns and action items as the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) launches a multiyear effort designed to improve...
by nick | May 24, 2023 | Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, Children and Youth, Older Adults, People Living in Poverty, Urban Communities
Between 2011 and 2014, the Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division conducted three health impact assessments (HIAs) on elements of Portland Metro’s Climate Smart Communities planning project. The Portland metro regional government requested the HIAs to ensure...
