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June 23, 2015
Student Volunteer Options in the Capital District
Are you looking for something meaningful for your teenagers to do over the summer? Or perhaps their high school or college requires community service as a prerequisite for graduation? You need look no further, as numerous volunteer opportunities are available right here in New York’s Capital District.
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April 22, 2015
The Risks of Binge Drinking and Tanning Beds
Spring is traditionally a time of celebration for students that is marked by graduations, parties, and proms. But these annual rites of passage often strike fear in the hearts of parents because of the potential perils involved. Two of these perils – tanning and binge drinking – can pose serious health hazards with potentially long-lasting—even…
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April 20, 2015
Exercise and Alzheimer’s Disease
To date, scientists have not discovered how to prevent or cure Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia that affects more than 5 million people in the United States and is the sixth leading cause of death. However, recent research shows that exercise may help preserve cognitive function in those at risk for developing the disease,…
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February 24, 2015
Listen to Your Gut: Attend a Free Nutrition Seminar
Emerging research is giving new meaning to the adage “Listen to your gut.” Scientists are studying the trillions of bacteria in the digestive system to determine how they impact a person’s general wellness and risk for disease.
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January 02, 2015
Safety Tips for Winter Driving
Winter weather, regardless of its form – snow, sleet, freezing rain, ice or the catchall “wintry mix” – presents many challenges for drivers and cars alike. A simple trip to the local grocery store in bad weather can turn into a treacherous, harrowing experience for even the most skilled drivers. So how can you best…
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December 26, 2014
Winter Farmers’ Markets and Community-Supported Agriculture
Think it’s impossible to obtain locally sourced, farm-to-table foods when the fields are barren, snow is in the forecast, and temperatures are plunging? Think again! Thanks to local winter farmers’ markets and community-supported agriculture, you can enjoy nature’s bounty year-round.
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