We’ve reported on how the Cal Poly health center is preparing for the swine flu and coverage about it has been dominating the news. What I really want to know is: Are you freaking out?
BLOG: Study links heavy consumption of beer and spirits with cancer
Researchers found statistically significant relationships between heavy consumption of beer and spirits and six different cancers.
BLOG: Americans have flawed perception of health
Many Americans have an inaccurate perception of their health, considering themselves to be at a healthy weight when they’re not and denying that being obese or overweight is a health problem.
BLOG: Swine flu vaccine produces no harmful side effects
Human testing of the swine flu vaccine has shown that there are no dangerous side effects, health officials announced yesterday.
Swine flu fatality in San Luis Obispo County
The first reported swine flu fatality in San Luis Obispo County has renewed concerns about the disease. The Cal Poly Health Center is preparing to keep the virus from spreading across the campus.
BLOG: Appearance trumps health for tanning
What will make a difference in how many people regularly hop into the futuristic capsules with the glowing lights? Duke University Professor Leary found that when people were warned about the effect on their appearance, they were more likely to change their attitude toward tanning.
BLOG: Don’t forget to eat those carbohydrates
As the saying goes, “you are what you eat,” but how about what you don’t eat? While cutting out carbohydrates from a diet might whittle down one’s mid-section, it could leave people with decreased memory skills, according to a study by Tufts University.
40th annual Brian Waterbury race this Saturday
The 40th annual Brian Waterbury Memorial Rock to Pier Fun Run is Saturday at 7:30 a.m. The six-mile race runs from Morro Rock to Cayucos Pier.
Nutrition Club tackles obesity issues
The Nutrition Club at Cal Poly is addressing rising concerns about obesity in America by developing programs, such as Pink and Dude Chefs, urging people to live a healthy lifestyle.