Improving Neighborhoods and the Built Environment to Address Social Determinants of Health
The natural and built environment of a community affects the health and well-being of its residents. The quality of the water, air, and soil has serious implications for rural health and economic development. Features of the built environment, including housing, infrastructure, and streets, can influence the ability of rural residents to manage their health and access healthy food and opportunities for physical activity.
This toolkit describes 4 models that address social determinants of health (SDOH) related to neighborhoods and the built environment: