There are many benefits to physical activity and exercise, including a reduced risk of disease and better mental health.
Globally, around 23 percent of adults and 81 percent of adolescents are not active enough, according to the World Health Organization.
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The WHO has marked World Health Day every year on April 7 since 1950 with an emphasis on a different medical condition each year. The theme of World Health Day 2018 is universal health coverage.