The built environment is shaping our patients’ health
During my pediatrics rotation, I met a 13-year-old girl with obesity. She was trying to follow her doctor’s advice to eat healthier and exercise more, but it was tough: She lacked access to a gym, her neighborhood lacked sidewalks, and local traffic was fast and busy. It was not safe for her to walk or rollerblade alone, despite her motivation to be more active.
Her problem is a common one in …
The built environment is shaping our patients’ health
