The place to be

The idea that urban green space is connected somehow with better health is a common theme in the literature. But pinning down exactly how this is the case is not easy. A systematic review in the Journal of Public Health attempts to clarify what evidence there is for health benefits from urban green space, finding the proof somewhat unpersuasive. A study from the US looks at the reverse: how far an unhealthy place (with particular emphasis on violence) relates to birthweight. Finally, another look at the Scottish effect, here asking whether it applies south of the border.