The Impact of the Built Environment on Health

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Seems like our built environment really is a threat to public safety. 

Pedestrian crashes spike in Jacksonville

Florida has the title no state wants -- the most dangerous place for pedestrians.

The organization Transportation for America ranked the top cities across the country, and Jacksonville claimed the No. 3 spot, only behind Orlando and Tampa.

There have been more than 30,000 car crashes on Duval County roads so far this year. FHP said 104 have been fatal.

Crashes involving pedestrians make up a large number. Troopers say 399 people have been hit so far in 2013, compared to 456 for all of last year, and 397 in 2011.

There have been 28 fatal crashes so far this year. There were 31 all of last year and 21 in 2011.

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