For
many Americans this election year, the most trusted name in news has a
hometown channel number. A new study found that voters still rely on
local television for their daily news more than any other source. Nearly
six out of ten said they watch local television news broadcasts daily.
About 40% read their local newspaper in print or online each day. Source Link
Being
physically fit helps kids get better grades in school, according to a
new study. Researchers said having a stronger heart and better breathing
was the factor that had the strongest effect on academic achievement.
Physical fitness is associated with improvements in memory,
concentration, organization, and staying on task. Source Link
A
tiny bit of power is making for a big health risk for young children.
The CDC says annual incidents of children swallowing button-sized
batteries have more than doubled in a decade. By law, batteries in
children’s toys must be inaccessible, and a new proposed federal law
would require child-proofing of button battery enclosures on all
consumer products. Source Link
