How to Make it to College Ball: The Numbers and Steps to Follow

How to Make it to College Ball: The Numbers and Steps to Follow

Think you could have made it into college sports? Maybe you should look at the numbers. Many people dream of making it to the next level of their sport. Representing a college is something that only the elite of the elite get to experience. The recruitment process can be a very exciting, yet frightening moment for everyone, especially when coaches start talking.  It starts with colleges gathering information and statistics on players. Following that are letters of recruitment and camp…

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Children’s product recalls from January through April of 2023

Children’s product recalls from January through April of 2023

Products are recalled when there is a safety risk or violation. The Consumer Product Safety Commission is the government agency that orders consumer product recalls.  From January through April of 2023, the United States CPSC recorded a total of 70 product recalls. In this time span, 27 children’s products were recalled. The causes include: flammability and burn hazard, choking hazard, lead and chemical exposure, fall hazard and risk of head injury. Kat Hutchison, a teachers assistant at the Child Development…

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Adolescent injuries on the rise due to number of issues

Adolescent injuries on the rise due to number of issues

Sports have been an essential part of society over the years, especially just getting over the pandemic. Adolescents look to follow their dreams in sports by living a healthy lifestyle, but nothing can prepare for injuries taking place. Recent statistics states that there is a significant increase of injuries by young athletes. And according to the Center to Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 2.6 million young athletes from 0-19 years are treated in emergency departments for sports related issues…

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Players want a more natural playing surface

Players want a more natural playing surface

Athletes have their horror stories. A certain piece of grass was just too long one day. Their cleat got jammed in the playing surface just the right way. Players feel these horror stories have become all too common with the prominence of artificial playing surfaces. We call it turf. Turf first surfaced in the professional sports world when it was installed in the Astrodome in Houston, Texas. It was built in 1966, and facilities managers were struggling to maintain the…

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High on Health: Can marijuana reduce blood pressure? A New Study Examines the Connection

High on Health: Can marijuana reduce blood pressure? A New Study Examines the Connection

With its legalization in many regions, cannabis is becoming an important subject of interest for medicinal and recreational purposes. Its potential impact on blood pressure is one area of interest. Recent research by Alexandre Vallée and his team suggests that cannabis may potentially lower blood pressure, particularly in women. However, caution is vital, particularly for those suffering from medical conditions. “My blood pressure went back to being somewhat low.” -Adelynne Martin The story of Adelynne Martin emphasizes the significance of…

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Progress Highlighted as Fifth Person Cured of HIV

Progress Highlighted as Fifth Person Cured of HIV

Researchers in Germany announced a fifth person has been cured of HIV.  In a study published in Nature Medicine, researchers from University Hospital Düsseldorf detailed the treatment of the 53-year-old patient, known as “the Düsseldorf patient” to protect his privacy, who was diagnosed with HIV in 2008 and acute myeloid leukemia three years later. He received a stem cell transplant in 2013 as part of his treatment for the cancer – which also cured him of HIV. Despite the development,…

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People with ADHD 2X as Likely to Develop Type 2 Diabetes

People with ADHD 2X as Likely to Develop Type 2 Diabetes

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is a neuropsychiatric condition characterized by impairing inattention. It can cause hyperactivity and impulsivity. There are over 366 million adults with ADHD globally. ADHD can persist into adulthood. According to a Swedish study, people with ADHD are more than twice as likely to develop type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic excess of glucose in the bloodstream and insulin resistance. The condition can affect individuals’ quality of life. In order in…

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Written In The Stars

Written In The Stars

               It is believed that with the higher usage of light and the greater aspects of light pollution that a lot of people are missing the stars at night “Due to light pollution, it is estimated that 30% of people worldwide have been robbed of their nightly view.” (news.sky.com). People are noticing the changes in the sky. Like Devin Channel who used to live in the country, but has since moved to a more city environment in Texas, “It’s weird,…

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

If your in college, normally you aren’t on a strict diet unless your an athlete. Most students probably think that their diet doesn’t matter much right now, given their age. Todays story will hopefully change that narrative.

Substance Abuse Taking Over: Steps to Saving Next Generation

Substance Abuse Taking Over: Steps to Saving Next Generation

Published March 23, 2023 By: Kennedy Webb-Glenn Substance abuse is a problem that is becoming more prevalent in the world today. It is the use of illegal drugs or the usage of prescription or over the counter drugs or alcohol for purposes other than those which they are meant. It means they are used in an excessive amount. According to Emory department of psychiatry and behavioral science 18–25-year-olds are reported to have the greatest amount of binge drinking, with 38-48%…

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