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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

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Companies are justified in fining obese employees as health liabilities

April 8, 2013
While many think company policies for overweight employees seem unfair, the extra payments could lead many to live a healthier lifestyle.
Hannah Cohen for WSN

Local restaurant reports case of hepatitis A

April 7, 2013
Alta restaurant employee reportedly infected food with heptatits A.
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Bloomberg launches campaign to lower volume

March 14, 2013
As Mayor Bloomberg prepares for his final term, he has launched a campaign to protect young people's ears from high-decibel music blasting from their headphones.
Bryan Nelson for WSN

Three NYU dining halls receive A health rating

February 24, 2013
NYU dining halls have routinely achieved A ratings during the past year, which is an upgrade from past years.
Healthy chocolate: recipe for success

Healthy chocolate: recipe for success

February 8, 2013
NYU Alumna Kate McAleer’s new company Bixby and Co. uses organic products to make chocolate bars healthier.
Courtesy of Nina Golshan

College responsibilities include taking care of health

December 4, 2012
It's important for students to learn how to take care of themselves in college.
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Recent report shows study aid abuse among college students

December 4, 2012
A new study shows that college students know little about the consequences of study aid drugs.

Obesity poses health, fiscal problems

November 8, 2012
The U.S. government must devise new strategies to address increasingly high obesity rates and other related issues.
Courtesy of Life of Blyss

Fun apps to keep you fit and slim

September 30, 2012
Here are five apps that can help users balance exercise with their busy schedules.

Bloomberg’s policies promote healthy lifestyles

September 10, 2012
Politics aside, Mayor Bloomberg's recent health policies are good lifestyle changes for New Yorkers, according to columnist Brandon Jacobi.