Active Design Physical Activity and Health in
Greenpoint

The design and conditions of buildings, streets, public transportation and parks influence physical activity, use of active transportation and other healthy behavior. A neighborhood's features can also impact the safety of its residents.

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Neighborhood Information

Greenpoint is comprised of Zip codes 11211,11222


Neighborhood Resources

Aspects of the neighborhood environment can encourage walking, bicycling and participation in other healthy physical activities.

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Neighborhood Risk Factors

Living in high-poverty neighborhoods or in environments that feel unsafe makes it difficult to be physically active and access resources that promote health.

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Physical Activity

Walking and bicycling are healthy activities that can also be used for active transportation.

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Injury and Health

Neighborhood design can influence health both directly -- by way of immediate hazards in the environment, and indirectly, for example, by encouraging exercise.

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