The World Health Organisation (WHO) has chosen for this year's World Health Day (7 April) the theme "Urbanisation and Health" recognising the influence of urbanisation on health in general and on the health of every individual. Namely, in 2007 the number of the population living in cities for the first time in history exceeded 50%, and this percentage keeps on growing.
Responding to the invitation forwarded by the World Health Organisation, the City of Rijeka has joined in the campaign called "1000 cities - 1000 lives", within which more than 1000 cities across the world through various programmes endeavour to raise the awareness about the health challenges associated with urbanisation and also to make its citizens aware of the crucial influence of physical activity on health.
1000 cities – 1000lives
10 April: In the centre of Rijeka from 10am to 1pm, various activities such as cycling, roller-skating, Nordic walking, rollerblading, tai chi, pilates will be presented, offering citizens an opportunity to be part of them. Free equipment rental and professional supervision provided. During the event free healthy breakfast will be served to everyone. Croatian celebrities will be the promoters of all activities.
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