Handbook of Urban Health: Populations, Methods, and Practice

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More than half the world’s population will be living in urban areas before the end of this decade. Nearly two-thirds will live in urban areas within 30 years. Examining the urban factors that are risk or protective factors for health can capitalize on the positive aspects of urban living and lead to the development of appropriate interventions and preventive measures. Understanding the relations between city living and health requires both an interdisciplinary perspective and an appreciation of the populations that make up urban areas.