Springer Urban Health Risk and Resilience in Asian Cities

Urban Health Risk and Resilience in Asian Cities offers a deep look into the complex systems that define modern living. As cities become the primary human habitat, understanding how environmental, social, cultural, and economic factors impact human health is more important than ever. This book examines the vulnerability of urban centers and explores ways to mitigate risks while promoting better health and wellbeing. With half of Asia's population currently living in urban areas and projections suggesting this will rise to 66 percent, the need for resilient urban planning is urgent. This work analyzes various resilience measures across different Asian cities, treating them as dynamic socio-ecological and technological systems. It provides a necessary framework for understanding how these complex environments serve human health and how they can be improved to support growing populations.