New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Prescription Drugs

Bryna Shuman, Assistant Managing Editor September 25, 2014

Xanax Prescribed for | Acute anxiety, panic attacks, off-label use for sleep Drug type | Benzodiazepine, an anti-anxiety medication Symptoms | Produces a feeling of relaxation,...

Chia seeds latest health food craze

Chia seeds latest health food craze

Emily Harris, Contributing Writer September 16, 2014
Chia seeds offer important health benefits.
CVS halts sale of tobacco products

CVS halts sale of tobacco products

Alanna Bayarin, Contributing Writer September 9, 2014
CVS is encouraging smokers to quit with a new social media campaign.
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Syrian crisis comes to life on campus

April 17, 2014
Syrian activists and journalists discussed health, education, women's issues and the plight of refugees.
Scientific Society: Soda ban ultimately beneficial to health

Scientific Society: Soda ban ultimately beneficial to health

April 8, 2014
Cities need to start heavily investing in public health campaigns against obesity.
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Top 5 superfruits to keep energy high

April 8, 2014
Here are five lesser-known fruits for those who want to improve their health and longevity.
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Group hopes to overturn e-cigarette ban

March 31, 2014
The New York City Citizens Lobbying Against Smoker Harassment, has filed suit in the New York County Supreme Court over the ban on e-cigarettes overturned.
NYU should provide proper dental care

NYU should provide proper dental care

February 18, 2014
Dental decay is dangerous, and NYU must provide better coverage for its graduate students.
Tips, tricks to maintain healthy, beautiful lifestyle

Tips, tricks to maintain healthy, beautiful lifestyle

January 27, 2014
Follow these simple steps to make sure you're treating your body well this winter.
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Top Five: Experimental toothbrush techniques

December 4, 2013
After indulging in sugary pies over Thanksgiving, candy over Halloween and coffee since midterms began, students may be searching for ways to revert their teeth back into the pearly-whites they had a few months ago. Instead of automatically reaching for expensive whitening strips, try one of these suggestions that you can experiment with at home.
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Nourish, repair, prevent nail damage

Bryna Shuman, Staff Writer November 13, 2013
Take these steps to ensure your nails stay healthy and strong.
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For skin, vitamins preferable to Accutane

November 6, 2013
Vitamin treatment is often preferable to Accutane supplements, which has been shown to be correlated with birth defects.