Reponse to: Crossing the street with Public Health

This article primarily interested me because, as a student without a vehicle i walk everywhere. Conveniences like being able to get fast food or groceries becomes a lot more difficult and a lot more demanding. Where it takes 2 minutes to drive to the grocery store it takes 40+ minutes to walk there. Walking is a very healthy activity especially in longer duration. Crosswalks and sidewalks and road crossings all provide a safe means for the pedestrian to cross. Introducing these safeguards should give pedestrians assurance they are not going to be creamed by an oncoming vehicle. Being that our college is located in a larger metropolitan area than most universities in the state of Florida, you tend to see a lot less people walking around due to the high volumes of traffic. Sidewalks and catwalks provide a safe way aiding transportation via foot and promoting heart healthy activities. THIS IS PUBLIC HEALTH!!