For depressed physically ill patients, antidepressants can prove beneficial
Antidepressants are effective at treating depression in patients suffering from physical illnesses, according to a new study.

Tackling obesity among kids
A new American research has found that getting kids involved in finding ways to become more physically active can help them get more aware about their local recreational opportunities while enhancing their physical activity.

Physically fit students do better academically too: Study
Getting students to exercise more might not just address obesity issues but also improve their grades with a U.S. study finding physically fit students tend to score higher in tests than their less fit peers.

Physical activity at school keeps child fit
A structured physical activity programme at school can improve children`s fitness and decrease body fat, confirms a new study.

Focusing on fun can boost physical activity
Highlighting emotional benefits of exercise is a much better way of boosting physical activity than focusing on traditional health benefits, says a new study.

Govt to consider giving fellowship to physically challenged
Government on Friday said it will examine the issue of providing fellowship to physically challenged students for pursuing their research with "serious consideration".

Student dies during physical education exam in Ghaziabad
A student of 12th standard on Saturday died while appearing for his physical education examination in Ghaziabad district, police said.

Too much texting lead to neck, shoulder pain
Excessive text messaging among youngsters can put them at increased risk of suffering from neck and shoulder pain, say researchers.

China bans physical punishment for internet addicts
China`s ministry of health has banned the use of physical punishment to wean teens off the net, months after a boy was beaten to death at an internet boot camp.

Obesity may not be linked to decrease in physical activity
Contrary to the popular belief, a recent research has found that decrease in physical activity may not be a factor in increased obesity rates among adolescents.