Long Screen Sessions May Raise Young People's Clot Risk
Doctors warn that long periods of sitting during gaming and screen use can slow blood flow. This may raise the risk of deep vein thrombosis, a dangerous clot in the legs, among young people. Experts say regular movement and short breaks help keep circulation going.
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Context: Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a clot that forms in deep veins, usually in the leg, and sitting still for long stretches is a known risk factor. Doctors have long advised people on desk jobs and long flights to stand and move regularly.
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