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Neighborhood walk score and selected Cardiometabolic factors in the French RECORD cohort study.

Julie MélineBasile ChaixBruno PannierGbenga OgedegbeLeonardo TrasandeJessica AthensDustin T Duncan
Published in: BMC public health (2017)
In this large population-based study, we found that, even in a European context, living in a highly walkable neighborhood was associated with improved cardiometabolic health. Designing walkable neighborhoods may be a viable strategy in reducing cardiovascular disease prevalence at the population level.
Keyphrases
  • cardiovascular disease
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • risk factors
  • mental health
  • type diabetes
  • risk assessment