In a recent #Slowchathealth post, Andy Milne, shared a story about a “classroom moment” where his students took control of the learning environment and taught each other. The topic was menstruation and how to be supportive. A young man asked what more could boys do to be supportive, and this is what happened: “As I …
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Health misinformation is rampant on social media – here’s what it does, why it spreads and what people can do about it Media literacy is more essential than ever. Wanlee Prachyapanaprai/iStock via Getty Images Plus Author: Monica Wang, Boston University The global anti-vaccine movement and vaccine hesitancy that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic show no signs …
The White House has announced the revival of the Presidential Fitness Test (PFT), branding it as part of a renewed effort to promote active lifestyles, nutritious eating, and American sports in schools. Touting "bold and innovative fitness goals for young Americans", the administration claims this proposal will help foster a healthier, more active generation. But …
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