Media Relations
Saturday,
November 11,
2006
Health and Medicine
In the February IU Health and Wellness tip sheet, IU experts discuss a new study involving return-to-play decisions after athletes suffer concussions, partisan findings in a new study about American singles, and information people might find useful when returning to the dating scene after a long hiatus.
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Exempting bars from a statewide smoking ban in Indiana would significantly reduce the health benefits of a smoke-free-air law. Including bars not only protects the health of employees, say IU tobacco control experts, but would not negatively impact the hospitality industry financially.
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Exempting bars from a statewide smoking ban in Indiana would significantly reduce the health benefits of a smoke-free-air law. Including bars not only protects the health of employees, say Indiana University tobacco control experts, but would not negatively impact the hospitality industry financially. "If we want to protect workers who are most at risk of negative health consequences due to secondhand smoke exposure, then we have to pass comprehensive legislation that includes bars," said Jon Macy, assistant professor in IU's School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation.
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Indiana University experts discuss the A's and B's of sunglasses and UV, challenges parents of teens can face regarding their kids' potential substance use, and insights into pets and their caretakers.
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With the Super Bowl coming up in Indianapolis on Feb. 5, Indiana University has several faculty experts who can provide insights on various aspects of the event, including psychology, health, business and economic experts.
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Horse-assisted activities for children with special needs and veterans, and a ground-breaking HIV/AIDS control program in Kenya: These creative and powerful programs at Indiana University will be highlighted this month in "Impact the World," a new Big Ten Network series debuting Tuesday, Jan. 10. Viewers will learn about the Horseshoes of Hope and Horses for Heroes programs on Jan. 10. On the following Tuesday, the show will feature the highly acclaimed Academic Model Providing Access to Healthcare, or AMPATH.
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