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Exercise (physical Activity) And Children
AHA Scientific Position Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for developing coronary artery disease. It also increases the risk of stroke and such other major cardiovascular risk factors as ob... more (8/9/2007)

Limited Access To Exercise Facilities Fueling Childhood Obesity Epidemic
Lack of access to exercise facilities, particularly in low-income areas, is one force that's driving the obesity epidemic that's endangering America's children. But "food insecurity... more

Bullying Keeps Overweight Kids From Exercise
Overweight kids who could benefit from sports and regular exercise are often discouraged from doing so by taunts and bullying, a U.S. study finds. "We found that as rates of peer victimization ... more