Thriving Natural World

Green space typically refers to land with natural vegetation, including grass, trees, and other plants, that is open and accessible to the public. Click on the link below for additional resources, information and evidence of this strategy improving well-being.

 

Parks and green spaces have the potential to be community assets that yield important benefits for health and wellness. Click below for a research report authored by Urban Institute on how investing in equitable urban park systems can improve well-being. 

People who have more access to green environments, such as parks and trails, tend to walk and be more physically active than those with limited access. Click below to learn more about how communities across the nation are investing in parks, recreation, and green spaces to improve well-being, as outlined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Allentown is ranked first among the top Asthma Capitals for 2024 based on estimated asthma prevalence, emergency department visits due to asthma, and asthma-related fatalities. Click the link below to access the full report.