The Centers For Disease Control is stepping into the debate over how
young is too young for tackle football. The CDC will spearhead a
research effort to evaluate the risks of tackling in youth football.
Some concussion experts think kids shouldn’t play tackle football before
the age of 14 because the youth brain is less developed than the adult
brain. Source Link
Americans
are living longer but sicker. Figures show that since 1970 the average
lifespan has increased by nine years, but nearly five of those years are
spent living with a disability. Researchers say the baby boomer
generation isn’t seeing the health improvements in older age that helped
their parents and grandparents. Source Link
That
green and growing lawn needs to be mowed and experts have some advice
on how to do it safely. Start by inspecting your lawn mower to be sure
it’s in working order. Never remove safety devices, shields or guards on
switches and fuel the mower only when it’s shut off. Children should
be at least age 12 before using a push mower and 16 before using a
riding mower. Source Link
