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2024
March
15,
2024
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10:00 AM
America/New_York
When Ahmed Hosni, assistant director of the Student Life Student Wellness Center and head of the Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) at The Ohio State University, first arrived in Columbus 10 years ago, he didn’t think he’d be a Buckeye for long. A …
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January
12,
2024
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10:00 AM
America/New_York
Lifestyle and genetics, and a range of other factors within and outside our control, are known to contribute to development of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions that add up to increased risk for serious health problems.
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2023
October
31,
2023
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15:00 PM
America/New_York
Naeem Ali has some comforting words for people who are afraid of giving blood: You’re not alone.Ali, who is serving as the spokesperson in the 42nd annual Blood Battle between The Ohio State University and the University of Michigan, doesn’t enjoy …
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September
27,
2023
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08:28 AM
America/New_York
New research hints at a few ways fatty foods affect cells in the brain, a finding that could help explain the link between a high-fat diet and impaired memory – especially as we age.
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August
01,
2023
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07:58 AM
America/New_York
More than 4 out of 5 older women survivors of colorectal cancer may be experiencing a range of gastrointestinal symptoms many years after being diagnosed and treated, a new study suggests.
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May
02,
2023
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08:01 AM
America/New_York
A new study analyzing data on over 20,000 U.S. adults links a healthier diet and increased exercise to weight loss that reduces heart disease risk – while associating skipping meals and taking prescription diet pills with minimal weight loss, weight …
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March
30,
2023
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10:00 AM
America/New_York
Last week, Ryan Day, head football coach at The Ohio State University, sat down with students for a candid talk about mental health.The event, organized by the Wellness Advocacy student organization, was attended by Ohio State students, faculty and …
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March
20,
2023
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13:30 PM
America/New_York
There is a small number of events at The Ohio State University that have earned the distinction of “signature event.” That is, an event planned entirely by students that has the potential to attract more than 1,000 students, all while enhancing …
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March
17,
2023
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10:07 AM
America/New_York
Researchers at The Ohio State University have fabricated the first wearable sensor designed to detect and monitor muscle atrophy.
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2022
November
09,
2022
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11:00 AM
America/New_York
The Ohio State University’s College of Dentistry continues to offer dental care to Ohio veterans each November. Give Veterans A Smile Day provides dental screenings, X-rays and cleanings, all free of charge. This year’s event takes place on Monday, …
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September
13,
2022
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12:30 PM
America/New_York
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration declared the first National Recovery Month in 1989. Following the federal government’s lead, the Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) at The Ohio State University has hosted a …
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September
08,
2022
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12:00 PM
America/New_York
Despite the gray day, Ahmed Hosni was excited about the return of football to The Ohio State University last Saturday. Hosni, assistant director of the Student Wellness Center, leads the university’s Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC).
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August
26,
2022
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12:30 PM
America/New_York
Library users now have access to a wellness workspace that includes a bike desk, a treadmill desk and two standing desks. All can be found on the main floor of the building.
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August
03,
2022
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15:43 PM
America/New_York
The Ohio State University head football coach Ryan Day and his wife, Nina, are making a $1 million gift to the university to fund research and services that promote mental health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of …
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July
26,
2022
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09:31 AM
America/New_York
New research in people with a cluster of heart disease risk factors has shown that consuming green tea extract for four weeks can reduce blood sugar levels and improve gut health by lowering inflammation and decreasing “leaky gut.”
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July
21,
2022
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08:08 AM
America/New_York
A novel long-term study of how vaccine-related fears influence flu shot outcomes has found that these fears not only reduce vaccination, but also fuel symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness at the time of the injection.
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April
05,
2022
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09:00 AM
America/New_York
For many people, the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic left them eager to rejoin friends and family once they were vaccinated. Others, though, felt some apprehension when attempting a return to socializing, said Laura Lewis, assistant director of …
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March
07,
2022
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09:58 AM
America/New_York
Buckeye Paws, a popular mental health therapy dog program that provides comfort to students, faculty and staff throughout the Wexner Medical Center, is expanding its services beyond the medical center.
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February
24,
2022
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13:00 PM
America/New_York
Ohio State students can now schedule COVID-19 vaccine booster shots at the Wilce Student Health Center on the Columbus campus.Students can schedule appointments by visiting My BuckMD or by calling 614-292-4321. Appointments are available Wednesdays …
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2021
July
26,
2021
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09:00 AM
America/New_York
The Ohio State University and Kroger are teaming up to help Buckeyes tackle COVID-19 by getting vaccinated.
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July
12,
2021
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08:31 AM
America/New_York
The Ohio State University is working with community partners to bring on a full-time social worker dedicated to helping housing-vulnerable people in the off-campus area. The hiring is one of several university initiatives designed to support the …
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June
29,
2021
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09:21 AM
America/New_York
The vast majority of American adults eat a dietary pattern that falls short of meeting national dietary guidelines for cancer prevention, a new study shows.
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June
15,
2021
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07:45 AM
America/New_York
Adults who skip breakfast are likely to miss out on key nutrients that are most abundant in the foods that make up morning meals, a new study suggests.
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May
13,
2021
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07:45 AM
America/New_York
A new study’s findings dispel the misconception that patients and providers are at high risk of catching COVID-19 at the dentist’s office.
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March
22,
2021
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08:11 AM
America/New_York
New research identifies personality traits that have been associated with positive and negative experiences on psychedelics in previous studies, information that could help predict how future clinical trial participants will respond to the drugs.
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January
15,
2021
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17:16 PM
America/New_York
Staff from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center vaccinated more than 400 of their peers today at the Jerome Schottenstein Center.
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January
13,
2021
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14:00 PM
America/New_York
While we wait for our turn to get vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2, we could – and probably should – use the time to make sure we bring our healthiest emotional and physical selves to the treatment, a new review of previous research …
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2020
December
14,
2020
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10:24 AM
America/New_York
Telling a distressed friend or family member something as simple as “I understand why you feel that way” can go a long way toward helping loved ones feel better, new research suggests.
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December
11,
2020
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11:25 AM
America/New_York
New Year’s Day is typically a time to make resolutions, such as exercising more, eating better or losing weight. But this year, mental health experts at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center say making such major New Year’s …
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October
22,
2020
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15:00 PM
America/New_York
In a report published today, the team of experts monitoring the pandemic at The Ohio State University presents evidence that the university’s safety measures are working to contain COVID-19.
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