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Trials prove that online exercise boosts students’ college success

Just like how a warm-up before exercise can improve performance, a recent study shows that an online belonging exercise can enhance college students’ academic persistence. The study found that incoming students who participated in this exercise had a higher completion rate in their first year of college compared to their peers. However, this effect was […]

Published on May 8, 2023

Toxic Metals Found in Popular Beverages: A Bitter Sip of Reality

It turns out that some of our favorite mixed-fruit juices and plant-based milks are not as innocent as we thought. A recent study examined 60 different beverages and discovered that those made from a combination of fruits or plant sources, such as oat and almond, contained elevated levels of toxic metals. These levels surpass the […]

Published on May 6, 2023

Montana’s Controversial Session: A Rippling Effect on Health Policy

The recently ended Montana legislative session made headlines with the controversial banishment of a transgender lawmaker, overshadowing the significant health policy changes and historic levels of health care spending that were also passed. These policy changes can be likened to a pebble being thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples that touch various aspects of […]

Published on May 5, 2023