Modest Increases in Kids’ Physical Activity Could Avert Billions in Medical and Other Costs

Increasing the percentage of elementary school children in the U.S. who participate in 25 minutes of physical activity three times a week from 32 percent to 50 percent would avoid $21.9 billion in medical costs and lost wages over their lifetimes.

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