Health: Shaping Cities for Well-Being
The “Health” section of Urban Frontier Insights delves into the pivotal intersection of urban planning and public health, emphasizing the critical role cities play in fostering physical, mental, and social well-being. With urbanization accelerating, the health of city dwellers is increasingly shaped by the built environment, access to green spaces, air and water quality, and inclusive infrastructure.
This category explores how urban design can mitigate health risks, from reducing pollution and promoting active lifestyles to creating safe, walkable neighborhoods. It also examines innovative approaches to addressing urban health challenges, such as leveraging data-driven solutions for tracking health trends, designing climate-resilient health systems, and addressing social determinants of health like housing, accessibility, and inequality.
The phenomenon of urbanization is one of the most defining features of the contemporary world, with over half of the global population now living in urban areas. This trend is particularly pronounced in developing countries like India, where rapid urban expansion is both a source of economic opportunity and a significant challenge for public health. […]
Happiness and Well-being in Development Policy In recent years, happiness and well-being have become central themes in global development discussions. Recognizing that traditional metrics, such as GDP, are insufficient to fully gauge quality of life, the United Nations (UN) adopted a landmark resolution in 2011, titled “Happiness: Towards a Holistic Definition of Development.” This initiative […]