http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/ College of Health and Human Sciences News Feed from Purdue News Service en-us Wed, 22 May 2013 11:05:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/prof-how-to-help-children-cope-with-tornado-season-fears.html The tornado that hit the Oklahoma City area on Monday (May 20) may be especially frightening for children because of the destruction to schools and the number of children who died, says a Purdue University child development expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/prof-how-to-help-children-cope-with-tornado-season-fears.html Tue, 21 May 2013 09:56:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/prof-alcohol-impairment-goes-beyond-bac-number.html Drivers may think they have the green light to drive when their blood alcohol levels fall below the legal limit or the buzz wears off, but that's not the case, says a Purdue University expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/prof-alcohol-impairment-goes-beyond-bac-number.html Tue, 14 May 2013 13:59:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/focus-on-color-means-white-veggies-dropped-like-a-hot-potato.html Colorful vegetables are promoted as key to a healthy diet, but white vegetables, especially potatoes, shouldn't be forgotten, according to a Purdue University expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/focus-on-color-means-white-veggies-dropped-like-a-hot-potato.html Tue, 14 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-study-seeks-infant-siblings-of-children-with-autism.html Purdue University researchers are looking for infant siblings of children with autism from central Indiana and Indianapolis to participate in a study to better understand the development of autism in young children. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-study-seeks-infant-siblings-of-children-with-autism.html Tue, 07 May 2013 09:20:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/centennial-conference-to-focus-on-community,-healthy-living.html The Indiana Extension Homemakers Association's Home and Family Conference will celebrate its 100th year with workshops, tours, food and music celebrating health, community and positive living. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/centennial-conference-to-focus-on-community,-healthy-living.html Tue, 07 May 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/health-and-kinesiology-teams-with-ywca-to-offer-exercise-program-for-cancer-survivors.html A new exercise program for cancer survivors will be offered this summer thanks to collaboration between the Purdue University Department of Health and Kinesiology and the Lafayette YWCA. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/health-and-kinesiology-teams-with-ywca-to-offer-exercise-program-for-cancer-survivors.html Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-accepting-nominations-for-inspiring-families,-building-communities-award.html The Purdue University College of Health and Human Sciences is accepting nominations for the 12th annual Inspiring Families and Building Communities Award. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-accepting-nominations-for-inspiring-families,-building-communities-award.html Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-students-invention-could-improve-workplace-safety.html Industrial and government health and safety inspectors who regularly check work sites for levels of physical, chemical and biological agents could find their own work environments safer through an innovation developed by a Purdue University graduate student. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-students-invention-could-improve-workplace-safety.html Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:43:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/2-purdue-professors-named-ace-fellows.html Two Purdue University professors are among 50 fellows selected nationwide this year by the American Council on Education. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/2-purdue-professors-named-ace-fellows.html Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-collaborates-with-federal-partners-to-create-resources-for-military,-veteran-families.html Doctors, teachers, employers, neighbors and other members of the community now have expert advice available to help them support military families, thanks to a partnership between Purdue University's Military Family Research Institute, several federal agencies, and the National Military Family Association. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-collaborates-with-federal-partners-to-create-resources-for-military,-veteran-families.html Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/young-children-who-stutter-needed-for-purdue-study.html The Purdue Stuttering Project is looking for 4- and 5-year-old children who stutter to participate in a five-year study to help university researchers understand why some children continue to stutter and others grow out of it. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/young-children-who-stutter-needed-for-purdue-study.html Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:45:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/breast-cancer-survivors-win-when-teaming-up-for-community-races.html Breast cancer survivors training together for a spring walk or run not only challenge images of being sick with cancer, but also personally benefit physically, emotionally and mentally, says a Purdue University expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/breast-cancer-survivors-win-when-teaming-up-for-community-races.html Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:31:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-stuttering-project-receives-3-million-research-grant.html Two professors leading the Purdue Stuttering Project have received a $3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to understand why some children grow out of stuttering. They will use their findings to develop a speech therapy screening tool to better identify which preschool children are not likely to recover and should receive therapy immediately. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/purdue-stuttering-project-receives-3-million-research-grant.html Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:01:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/legal-levels-of-atrazine-alter-neuroendocrine,-reproductive-genes-in-zebrafish.html A Purdue University study found an agricultural herbicide alters reproductive and neuroendocrine genes during embryonic development in fish, a finding that will help establish a genetic profile to determine atrazine's specific effects. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q2/legal-levels-of-atrazine-alter-neuroendocrine,-reproductive-genes-in-zebrafish.html Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/hammer-down-for-health-promotes-personal-health-and-safety.html The College of Health and Human Sciences is hosting the second annual Hammer Down for Health Fitness Fair from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday (March 25) in the Purdue Memorial Union. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/hammer-down-for-health-promotes-personal-health-and-safety.html Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-survey-finds-older-diners-like-cleanliness-and-service.html Older Americans who eat out are most concerned with cleanliness and service, a Purdue University survey found. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-survey-finds-older-diners-like-cleanliness-and-service.html Fri, 08 Mar 2013 01:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-offers-free-hearing-and-speech-language-screenings.html Purdue University's M.D. Steer Audiology and Speech-Language Clinics are offering free hearing and speech-language screenings by appointment March 20. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-offers-free-hearing-and-speech-language-screenings.html Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:32:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/former-surgeon-general-to-speak-at-purdue-on-individual-public-health-responsibility.html David Satcher, the 16th Surgeon General of the United States, will speak March 26 at Purdue University as part of the College of Health and Human Sciences 2013 Life Inspired events. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/former-surgeon-general-to-speak-at-purdue-on-individual-public-health-responsibility.html Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:57:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-leads-america-saves-week-in-indiana.html Purdue University has launched online and social media outlets that provide customized feedback to help users eradicate debt, save for a goal or just use their money more wisely. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-leads-america-saves-week-in-indiana.html Tue, 19 Feb 2013 01:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/gpri-awards-100,000-to-study-food,-health-issues.html Food, health and nutrition are the focus of two $50,000 grand challenge awards recently funded by the university's Global Policy Research Institute. These grants are presented in collaboration with the College of Agriculture and the College of Health and Human Sciences. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/gpri-awards-100,000-to-study-food,-health-issues.html Thu, 14 Feb 2013 01:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-science-on-tap-to-discuss-the-implications-of-ostracism.html A Purdue University expert in psychological sciences will speak on Feb. 21 at the next Science on Tap about his research efforts to better understand what happens to individuals who are repeatedly ostracized and excluded. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/purdue-science-on-tap-to-discuss-the-implications-of-ostracism.html Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:03:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/weaver-to-receive-spirit-of-the-land-grant-mission-award.html Nutrition scientist and professor Connie Weaver will receive Purdue University's 2012 Spirit of the Land-Grant Mission Award for improving nutrition recommendations for children, adolescents and adults nationwide through her research in calcium absorption and bone health. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/weaver-to-receive-spirit-of-the-land-grant-mission-award.html Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:54:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/manti-teo-told-couric-the-truth,-says-purdue-facial-expert.html University of Notre Dame football star Manti Te'o likely told the truth to talk show host Katie Couric on Thursday (Jan. 24), according to an analysis done by a Purdue University facial recognition expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/manti-teo-told-couric-the-truth,-says-purdue-facial-expert.html Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:39:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/inaugural-dean-ladisch-becomes-dean-in-new-college-of-health-and-human-sciences.html Christine Ladisch has been named the first dean of Purdue University's new College of Health and Human Sciences. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2013/Q1/inaugural-dean-ladisch-becomes-dean-in-new-college-of-health-and-human-sciences.html Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:40:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/purdue-site-features-health,-financial,-parenting-information-for-indiana-families.html Information and Indiana educational resources focused on eating healthy, managing money or parenting are available at a new Purdue University website. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/purdue-site-features-health,-financial,-parenting-information-for-indiana-families.html Sat, 15 Dec 2012 09:15:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/trustees-approve-academic-appointments.html The Purdue University Board of Trustees on Saturday (Dec. 16) ratified appointments to two named chairs and three distinguished professorships. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/trustees-approve-academic-appointments.html Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/prof-how-to-help-children-cope-with-shooting,-prepare-them-for-school-monday.html While parents and caregivers are struggling to understand Friday's (Dec. 14) tragic school shooting in Connecticut, they need to be ready to help children with their questions and fears, says a Purdue University child development expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/prof-how-to-help-children-cope-with-shooting,-prepare-them-for-school-monday.html Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:19:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/nutrition-prof-milk-is-ho-ho-wholesome-.html More adults should consider following Santa's lead and enjoy milk more often, says a Purdue University nutrition expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/nutrition-prof-milk-is-ho-ho-wholesome-.html Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:00:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/study-unkindness-linked-to-alcohol,-drug-abuse-in-black-populations.html Blacks who feel mistreated and discriminated against are more likely to abuse alcohol and illegal drugs, and a new study from Purdue University shows this usage can become a problematic pattern. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/study-unkindness-linked-to-alcohol,-drug-abuse-in-black-populations.html Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:31:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/black-friday-now-lasts-the-whole-season,-expert-says.html Black Friday has been the traditional kickoff of the holiday shopping season, but consumers can expect Black Friday sales starting now and extending through the end of the year, says Richard Feinberg, Purdue University professor of consumer science and retailing. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/black-friday-now-lasts-the-whole-season,-expert-says.html Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:30:00 EST http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/online-voters-pick-students-design-as-official-purdue-tartan.html Purdue University now has an official tartan plaid, designed by a student and chosen from among three finalists by an online vote. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/online-voters-pick-students-design-as-official-purdue-tartan.html Tue, 30 Oct 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/bone-health-expert-to-present-mccoy-lecture-on-chasing-calcium.html Connie Weaver, the 2012 recipient of Purdue University's top research award, will discuss her work on calcium and bone health on Nov. 14. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/bone-health-expert-to-present-mccoy-lecture-on-chasing-calcium.html Thu, 18 Oct 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/free-hearing-and-speech-screenings-on-nov.-29.html Purdue University's M.D. Steer Audiology and Speech-Language Clinics are offering free hearing, speech and language screenings on Nov. 29. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/free-hearing-and-speech-screenings-on-nov.-29.html Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:30:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/college-of-health-and-human-sciences-dean-finalists-to-participate-in-open-forums.html The four finalists selected as candidates for the dean of Purdue University's College of Health and Human Sciences will participate in open forums on campus in October and November. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/college-of-health-and-human-sciences-dean-finalists-to-participate-in-open-forums.html Mon, 08 Oct 2012 11:46:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/purdue-expert-sees-hiring-as-sign-of-holiday-optimism-by-retailers.html Many retailers have announced increases in hiring for the holidays, a sign of confidence for their biggest sales season, says Richard Feinberg, a Purdue University professor of consumer sciences and retailing. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/purdue-expert-sees-hiring-as-sign-of-holiday-optimism-by-retailers.html Wed, 03 Oct 2012 14:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/study-standing-babies-stay-steady-when-focused.html Babies learning to stand may look wobbly, but they are really in more control than they appear, especially when they focus and hold on to an object like a toy, according to Purdue University research. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/study-standing-babies-stay-steady-when-focused.html Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:15:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/purdue-expert-retailers-see-potential-in-early-layaway-programs.html Retailers' early and aggressive layaway programs are a sign of their concern about the purchasing power of lower-income consumers despite a generally positive outlook for this holiday season, says Richard Feinberg, a Purdue University professor of consumer sciences and retailing. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q4/purdue-expert-retailers-see-potential-in-early-layaway-programs.html Wed, 26 Sep 2012 10:40:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-expert-replacement-ref-controversy-could-be-good-for-nfl.html The mostly negative publicity surrounding the use of replacement referees for professional football games just might have an upside for the NFL, says Richard Feinberg, a Purdue University professor of consumer sciences and retailing. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-expert-replacement-ref-controversy-could-be-good-for-nfl.html Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:30:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/faculty-fellow-at-discovery-learning-research-center-focuses-on-distance-learning-in-cancer,-chronic-disease-prevention.html The Discovery Learning Research Center is partnering with a Purdue University basic medical sciences professor to advance a research project for interdisciplinary and distance learning based on the prevention of cancer and other chronic diseases. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/faculty-fellow-at-discovery-learning-research-center-focuses-on-distance-learning-in-cancer,-chronic-disease-prevention.html Wed, 12 Sep 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/symposium-will-feature-presentations-on-the-connection-between-aging-and-diversity.html An increasingly more diverse elderly population will be the focus of a Sept. 21 symposium at Purdue University, organized by the Center on Aging and the Life Course. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/symposium-will-feature-presentations-on-the-connection-between-aging-and-diversity.html Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:52:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/study-hearing-impaired-ears-hear-differently-in-noisy-environments.html The world continues to be a noisy place, and Purdue University researchers have found that all that background chatter causes the ears of those with hearing impairments to work differently. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/study-hearing-impaired-ears-hear-differently-in-noisy-environments.html Mon, 10 Sep 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-expert-obama,-romney-appeal-to-different-voter-emotions.html As the presidential campaign intensifies, Democrat incumbent Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney will appeal to different voter emotions, says Chris Kowal, an assistant professor of consumer science at Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-expert-obama,-romney-appeal-to-different-voter-emotions.html Fri, 31 Aug 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/west-nile-virus-and-mosquito-control-experts-available-.html A team of Purdue University researchers was the first to map the structure of the West Nile Virus and a decade later continue to advance understanding of how it works and interacts with the human body. Purdue experts on the West Nile virus, public health and mosquito control are available to speak with the media. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/west-nile-virus-and-mosquito-control-experts-available-.html Tue, 28 Aug 2012 10:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-chef-suggests-putting-on-the-dog-for-your-tailgate.html A tailgate menu doesn't have to start with exotic ingredients to be tasty and creative, says Ambarish Lulay, chef in Purdue University's Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-chef-suggests-putting-on-the-dog-for-your-tailgate.html Fri, 17 Aug 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/youth-with-disabilities-invited-to-participate-in-purdue-swim,-sports-program.html Children with physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities can participate in a five-week physical activity and aquatics program that begins in October through Purdue University. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/youth-with-disabilities-invited-to-participate-in-purdue-swim,-sports-program.html Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/iu-health-arnett-plans-investment-in-lyles-porter-hall.html Purdue University has announced that it will receive a $1 million investment from Indiana University Health Arnett for construction of the new Lyles-Porter Hall. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/iu-health-arnett-plans-investment-in-lyles-porter-hall.html Thu, 26 Jul 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-exhibit-shows-how-to-make-better-food-choices.html Indiana State Fair visitors of all ages will get a full serving of helpful, practical advice on how to plan healthy meals when they go through a new Purdue Extension exhibit. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/purdue-exhibit-shows-how-to-make-better-food-choices.html Tue, 24 Jul 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/expert-back-to-school-buying-starting-now.html Retailers can expect back-to-school shoppers to be gearing up right now, says Richard Feinberg, a Purdue University professor of consumer sciences and retailing. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/expert-back-to-school-buying-starting-now.html Mon, 09 Jul 2012 01:00:00 EDT http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/mind-over-matter-quench-summer-thirst,-but-measure-beverage-calories.html WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - People need to stay hydrated as summer temperatures soar, but consumers should be aware that calories can quickly add up when you drink to cool down, says a Purdue University nutrition science expert. http://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/releases/2012/Q3/mind-over-matter-quench-summer-thirst,-but-measure-beverage-calories.html