Students' reading scores have hit record lows, with boys' scores falling furthest. Pleasure reading could help.

Reading out loud to a therapy dog can offer a low-stakes way for kids to practice their literary skills, so the Grand Rapids Public Library is offering a series of free events where kids can do ...

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But such a frank talk could help protect against chronic disease, a new study says. People with the highest levels of physical activity have a lower risk of 19 different chronic health problems, ...

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The PMI stood at 54.9 in December 2023. A reading above 50 indicates expansion. The survey noted that advertising and positive client appetite supported sales last month. "Favourable demand was ...

More passive activities, like playing video games or watching TV, do not offer the same benefits as reading, praying and other activities, they noted. Mentally stimulating behaviors, such as ...

In a related study, published this month in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health, Carr's team found that when healthcare providers billed for providing exercise counseling to patients ...

BEIJING, Jan 2 (Reuters) - China's factory activity grew in December but at a slower-than-expected pace, as overall sales were dampened by falling export orders amid concerns over the trade ...

Study finds physical activity reduces chronic disease risk Researchers recommend health care providers survey patients on physical activity levels Date: January 2, 2025 Source: University of Iowa ...