Dawn Henley from public health said overweight or obese children were at risk of developing both physical and mental health issues.

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Studies indicate that, especially for seniors, having friends can improve both physical and mental health.

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With what we now know, public health guidelines should address both physical activity and physical inactivity, according to public health researchers.

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And that law also makes recommended mental health services available without a co-pay or a deductible -- again, part of the effort here to make it clear that issues of mental health are as important both for the individual and for the society as issues of physical health.

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In the war of the mommies, a new study finds that working moms may have a leg up when it comes to health, both mental and physical.

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Numerous surveys show the benefits of physical and organized sport activity for students, both for their health and for improving their academic performance.

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Masks carry both physical and psychological benefits, said Dr. Julio Frenk, former health minister of Mexico and current dean of the Harvard School of Public Health.

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At the time of the waiver request, the student must have a defined disability documented to diminish both physical and either intellectual or emotional capabilities, does not create a health or safety risk to participants, and does not create a competitive advantage for the team.

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There are reams of papers showing that the physical and mental health of a population are important for economic growth, the better both are the more growth there will be.

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