Long lockdown takes its toll on children

Lack of exercise affecting youngsters mentally and physically, experts say

More than a year of living under lockdown has had an adverse effect on children and young teens who are experiencing the impact of less exercise, both physically and mentally.

The Covid-19 pandemic dramatically restricted outdoor activities and sports that would usually take place on school grounds...

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