The concept of ‘nature prescriptions’ — where health professionals prescribe patients time outside to improve their health — is gaining traction, but conservation must be part of the equation.
Academic rigor, journalistic flair
Articles on Nature prescriptions
Displaying all articles
The UK government wants every household in England to be within 15 minutes walk of a park, woodland or water.
Studies that look at the effect of nature on patients recovering from surgery have shown that it can enhance recovery. Now, some doctors are beginning to prescribe doses of nature to prevent illness.
Top contributors
-
Jay Maddock is a Friend of The Conversation.Professor of Public Health, Texas A&M University
-
Senior Research Fellow, Sheffield Hallam University
-
Master of Public Policy Graduate, Simon Fraser University
-
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Family Practice, University of British Columbia
