June 6, 2013
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Journal Article
Parks are an integral part of a favorable built environment, and several studies have found a positive association between a favorable built environment and physical activity.
September 1, 2011
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Journal Article
Parks are important to the well-being of children and adolescents they play an important role in increasing physical activity. This study assesses park use and park-based physical activity among children and adolescents, ages 0 to 18 in 2007.
February 22, 2010
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Story
"I saw a lot of excitement in the kids who were part of Walking Wednesdays," said Diana Straughan. "Often, their parents were with them and it created a fellowship."
September 20, 2009
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Program Results Report
FirstHealth is a nonprofit health system covering 15 counties with a network of hospitals, health and fitness centers, primary and dental care centers, and a hospice and home care program.