How can sport help mental health?

BBC Health Thursday 10 September 2026, 18:36 UTC 1 min read

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At the launch of On Your Side, a mental health toolkit created by the Prince of Wales and the Royal Foundation, BBC Sport's Nesta McGregor asks sporting stars, 'how has sport helped your mental health?'

the Prince of Wales (PERSON) the Royal Foundation (ORG) BBC Sport's (ORG) Nesta McGregor (PERSON)

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