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Researchers have created a video game to help elementary students learn more about anatomy

The game teaches kids to collect data, analyze information and solve problems in six levels

Researchers say video games may help keep kids engaged, but teachers still need to guide learning

MONDAY, Dec. 8, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Video games often have a bad reputation as being a distraction, but a new study suggests they may help kids build important science skills.

University of Georgia researchers created an educational video game that helps elementary school students learn about the human body, health and how to use evidence the same way scientists do.

The game, called Virtual Vet, took seven years to develop and went through three major redesigns before the team found the per

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