Not Just A Walk in The Park: Methodological Improvements for Determining Environmental Justice Implications of Park Access in New York City for the Promotion of Physical Activity

The purpose of this study is to test the hypothesis that access to parks in New York City is not equitable across racial and ethnic categories. It builds on previous research that has linked access to parks and open space with increased physical activity, which in turn may reduce the risk for advers...

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Main Authors: Keith K. Miyake, Andrew R. Maroko, Kristen L. Grady, Juliana A. Maantay, Peter S. Arno
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Loyola Marymount University 2010-01-01
Series:Cities and the Environment
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Online Access:http://digitalcommons.lmu.edu/cate/vol3/iss1/8/