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YMCA prevention program aims to steer prediabetics to better health

Diabetes is an irreversible condition thought to be a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, blindness and kidney and nerve disease. To help Las Vegans reduce their risk for developing type 2 diabetes and gain tools for healthy living, the YMCA of Southern Nevada offers a yearlong Diabetes Prevention Program.

Now’s a great time to visit Death Valley National Park

One way to beat the January blues is by taking a day trip to nearby Death Valley National Park, Calif. Depending on where you live in the Las Vegas Valley, you can be at the hub of the park, Furnace Creek, in 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

Study to assess how full-day kindergarten impacts children’s health

Does full-day kindergarten improve children’s health? That’s the big question UNLV health sciences researchers plan to examine. Researchers are partnering with the Kansas Health Institute to create a health impact assessment that will inform how possible state legislative changes to full-day kindergarten could impact children’s health.

Sixth-annual Hackathon competition hits Las Vegas

International developers, designers and tech entrepreneurs competed to win their share of $100,000 in cash and prizes by building and coding the most innovative apps.

Resort offers safe snow tubing options

The winter season is in full swing. While some people are ready to face the snow with their snowboards or skis, others find excitement in different activities.

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