How to choose the right school bag?
On the eve of the new school year, the Ministry of Health published recommendations on the correct selection and wearing of a school bag. According to them, an incorrectly selected or heavy backpack has a negative effect on the child's spine; the weight of the bag should not exceed 10-15 percent of the child's weight.
Recommendations for choosing a school bag
With just a few days left until the start of the new school year, one of the most urgent purchases for schoolchildren in Uzbekistan is a school bag. But what should you pay attention to when choosing the right bag for your child?
The press service of the Ministry of Health noted that an incorrectly selected or excessively heavy backpack can negatively affect the child's spine and muscles, and gave the following advice:
* **Suitable size:** The bag should fit comfortably on the child's back.
* **Wide and soft straps:** This reduces pressure on the shoulders.
* **Waterproof fabric:** This protects the contents from rain or other moisture.
* **Adequate weight:** The total weight of the backpack should not exceed 10-15 percent of the child's weight.