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Hey Kids: Is There A Market for Healthy Games?

June 28, 2009 by Amy Jussel 10 Comments

June 28, 2009 There's no question healthGAMERS are exploring the opportunities of using a "perceived problem as a solution" in the gaming world. Humana is now offering $5000 to create a healthy … [Read more...]

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