Research shows that people who spend more time in nature are happier and healthier. PaRx, the country’s first evidence based, nature prescription program gives nurses and other health providers the tools to encourage patients to get outside safely to enjoy the health-boosting benefits of nature. In this column, Dr. Melissa Lem, Director of Park Prescriptions for the BC Parks Foundation and a Clinical Assistant Professor at UBC’s Department of Family Practice describes the success of PaRx and how you can get involved.