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WHO recommends stronger policies to protect children from the harmful impact of food marketing

WHO recommends stronger policies to protect children from the harmful impact of food marketing

The World Health Organization Reports: Quick Summary There are plenty of food myths disguised as facts on the internet, discussed at dinner parties, and in magazines. It can be both confusing and contradictory. Key Points here are lots of myths out there around food and heart health.  9 Food Myths Busted The linked article tells the truth about 9 common food and heart-health myths. The article states: Myths start for all sorts of reasons, and there may even be elements of truth in some.

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U.S. health officials recommend children get screened for anxiety

U.S. health officials recommend children get screened for anxiety

WTOV 9 Reports: Quick Summary The United States Preventative Services Task Force is now recommending that children aged 8 years old and older start getting tested for anxiety. Key Points Health officials are pointing the finger at the pandemic. The general stress of the pandemic, not being in their learning environment, not interacting with their friends, limited social options all led to increases in mental health concerns for children. Anxiety can present itself differently in children.

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