NHS England to Launch 'Marathon a Month' Walking Scheme with Rewards

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NHS England is launching a new initiative early next year rewarding people for walking 30 minutes daily.
Participants will log walks via phone or smartwatch to earn incentives and discounts, aiming to engage over 100,000 people in a 'marathon a month' challenge.

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NHS England is launching a new initiative early next year rewarding people for walking 30 minutes daily. Participants will log walks via phone or smartwatch to earn incentives and discounts, aiming to engage over 100,000 people in a 'marathon a month' challenge.

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