News Bureau: How social media promotion and ease of access increase risks of adolescent inhalant misuse

May 2, 2026 | Diana Yates, News Bureau Two new studies co-authored by Health and Kinesiology Assistant Professor Rachel Hoopsick offer insights into the spread of nitrous oxide misuse among adolescents. What Hoopsick found in two studies: Millions of Americans were exposed to content about recreational nitrous oxide use from just 30 social media videos […]

University Updates: Laura Rice on preventing falls for wheelchair users

April 29, 2026 | Amanda Brennan, WCIA News The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports falls are the leading cause of injury for adults 65 and older. People in wheelchairs are at an even higher risk. That’s a primary focus for Health and Kinesiology Associate Professor Laura Rice and her research at the University of […]

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