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Penn in the News
A round-up of Penn mentions in local, national, and international media.
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Burning More Calories Lowers Your Risk of Developing Dementia, New Study Says
Jason Karlawish of the Perelman School of Medicine comments on researching showing that “what’s good for the heart is also good for the brain.”
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Winning Personality: The Advantages of Being an Ambivert
Adam Grant of the Wharton School is mentioned for studying ambiverts.
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For Weight Loss, HOW You Exercise Is More Important Than How Much
Kathryn Schmitz of the Perelman School of Medicine comments on increasing formal exercise time.
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Belly Fat Raises Risk of Death Even If Weight Is ‘Healthy’
Mitchell Lazar of the Perelman School of Medicine comments on visceral fat.
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11 Healthy Habits to Start Now to Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk Later
Susan Domchek of the Perelman School of Medicine talks about how a regular routine of exercise can help change health outcomes.
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Fighting With Your Spouse? You Could Set Off the Hunger Hormone
Jacqueline Hudak of the Perelman School of Medicine says, “I think it’s wonderful that we are getting more data points showing that there are physical changes that can happen in people as a result of fighting with their partners or family members.”
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‘No Head Trauma Is Good Head Trauma’: The Impact of Tackle Sports on Young Kids
Douglas Smith of the Perelman School of Medicine comments on brain trauma in children who play tackle sports.
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‘Rudeness Is Contagious’: How Your Attitude Could Hurt Your Co-workers
Maurice Schweitzer of the Wharton School comments on workplace behavior and the impact of attitudes on others.
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Video: Seeking Happiness at Work? Try These Simple Practices to Turn It Around
Martin Seligman of the School of Arts & Sciences comments on how the heart can benefit from happiness.
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Is Pedialyte the Ultimate Hangover Cure?
Jeanmarie Perrone of the Perelman School of Medicine comments on whether or not Pedialyte helps cure hangovers.