13 Mar 2015
5 of the Healthiest Cities in the World (and What Makes Them Stand above the Rest)
5 of the Healthiest Cities in the World (and What Makes Them Stand above the Rest)
When doctors assess human health, they measure vital signs, mental outlook, and functional ability. They evaluate if a person is happy and productive. Similarly, certain vital signs can track the health of a city. According to the World Health Organization, the vital signs of a healthy city are statistics showing it is:
- clean
- safe
- socially connected
- thriving economically
- offering healthy food
- providing quality medical care
- featuring efficient mass transit
- enabling easy access to parks and recreation
According to professionals who offer a health education degree, a healthy city makes wellness a …read more
