Heavy school backpacks can strain children’s bodies
Health experts warn that children carrying overly heavy backpacks to school may be causing physical strain to their bodies.
Children who walk to school or take part in extracurricular activities may be carrying backpacks that are too heavy for their bodies to handle safely. While being prepared is important, overloaded bags can lead to physical strain and injury in young people.
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School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids' bodies
It's good to be prepared, but kids who walk to school or participate in extracurricular activities may be lugging more than their bodies can handle.