Too little play time, not enough parental involvement, and too much time on screens may account for the problem. A UT Arlington professor talks about how to address the problem.

Publication highlights Deramiocel’s anti-fibrotic activity and describes a validated potency assay supporting quality control and product consistency in late-stage development- ...

Advances in fabric muscle technology are moving wearable robotics closer to assistive suits similar in concept to Iron Man’s armour.

A child’s height reflects more than genes, hormones, nutrition, and physical activity all play key roles. Supporting these ...

The University at Albany and Virginia Commonwealth University were awarded a $6.5 million NIH grant to establish a federal ...

Here’s the FDA’s updated list of ground cinnamon products with abnormal levels of lead and what to know about lead poisoning symptoms.

Children born to women who were infected with COVID-19 during their pregnancies are more prone to autism, Massachusetts ...

Meet "Sedentary Sam": he suffers from digital eye strain, tech neck, early aging, varicose veins, swelling and a sunken face.

Adaptations that provide a balance between adventurous play and protective design for children with SMA include: Adaptive swings: Swings with high backs, secure harnesses, or molded bucket seats give ...

Background Outdoor play promotes healthy development in children, fostering physical, social and cognitive growth. Play ...

By eating into playtime, schools are shaping a generation of sedentary children, more prone to obesity, insulin resistance, and attention disorders than ever before.

Lou Gehrig's disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), affects about 30,000 people in the US, and leads ...