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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

Parents and coaches, bombarded with stories of children being offered collegiate scholarships in middle school or making national-level teams at age ten, feel an impetus to accelerate their own childrens development. Frequent minor illnesses due to a compromised immune system. Difficulty sleeping Changes in appetite.

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Flu Season Checklist: Preparing Your Community

Magnus Health

For teachers and school staff, outline the proper protocol for responding to a symptomatic student in class or on campus. Risk Factors: while most people will recover from the flu without any complications, it can be quite serious for those with weakened immune systems or chronic illnesses.