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Changes in neighbourhood walkability and body mass index: An analysis of residential mobility from a longitudinal multilevel study in Brisbane, Australia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Study design: Observational Study

Abstract: This study examined associations between changes in neighbourhood walkability and body mass index (BMI) among 1041 residents who relocated within Brisbane, Australia between 2007 and 2016 over five waves of the HABITAT study. Measures included spatially-derived neighbourhood walkability (dwelling density, street connectivity, and land use mix) and self-reported height and weight. No associations were found between any neighbourhood walkability characteristics and BMI. Examining these associations over the life course, and the impact of residential relocation in the younger years, remains a priority for future research.

Source: Health & Place

DOI: 10.1016/j.healthplace.2024.103245

Authors: Jerome N. Rachele, Suzanne Mavoa, Takemi Sugiyama, Anne Kavanagh, Billie Giles-Corti, Wendy J. Brown, Shigeru Inoue, Shiho Amagasa, Gavin Turrell

Institutions: Victoria University, The University of Melbourne, Swinburne University of Technology, RMIT University, The University of Queensland, Tokyo Medical University, Teikyo University

Language: English

Topic: Urban Transport and Accessibility

Subfield: Transportation

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,280

Funders: Medical Research Council, National Health and Medical Research Council, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science

Awards: Associations between urban nature and cardiovascular disease risk, The effect of light-intensity physical activity on health outcomes and longevity of older adults: a prospective cohort study, How and why mid-aged men and women change their participation in leisure time physical activity, Partnership Centre: Systems Perspectives on Preventing Lifestyle Related Chronic Health Problems, Socioeconomic position and physical activity, Health geographies integrating human life course and environmental changes, The influence of physical activity and sedentary behaviour on physical function, G870428040

OpenAlex ID: W4394904567

FWCI: 2.498

Cites: 52

Cited by: 8

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