Potatoes' reputation for causing weight gain often places them at the top of the list of foods to avoid, however, various studies over the years have refuted this belief, provided the correct preparation method is chosen.

"We are excited to be partnering with UNLV Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program and the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Early Childhood Education Programs for the Early Childhood Screening and Connection Event to celebrate our anniversary," said Tanata.

To bridge the gap between families and early childhood development services, First 5 Nevada, in partnership with the UNLV Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program and the College of Southern Nevada Early Childhood Education Programs, is hosting the First 5 Nevada Early Childhood Screening & Connection Event.

The National Institute on Aging reports that more than one in four adults 65 and older fall annually. Fortunately, it’s an avoidable threat.

The National Institute on Aging reports that more than one in four adults 65 and older fall annually. Fortunately, it’s an avoidable threat.

You’re probably familiar with many of the benefits of regular exercise when done properly. From building muscle to boosting your energy and even helping your brain function better, there’s no shortage of reasons to work up a sweat. But there’s another great benefit you might not think about as much: You could be improving your bone density through exercise, according to experts.

You’re probably familiar with many of the benefits of regular exercise, when done properly. From building muscle to boosting your energy and even helping your brain function better, there’s no shortage of reasons to work up a sweat. But there’s another great benefit you might not think about as much: You could be improving your bone density through exercise, according to experts.

Maybe you’re a runner who strength trains to stay injury-free, a lifter who dabbles in sprinting for power, or someone who’s aiming to incorporate both cardio and resistance into your general routine—a.k.a. the original “hybrid athlete.”

Pitfalls to avoid if you want to feel better, be healthier, lose weight, be stronger or live longer.

Doctor Jeffrey Cummings is world-renowned in the field of Alzheimer’s research and he leads UNLV’s Center for Transformative Neuroscience. He and six other scientists published research Wednesday that looked at the potential existing drugs have for the research and treatment of Alzheimer’s, for example, drugs like rasagiline for Parkinson’s or bexarotene for cancer. It’s called repurposing.

Massive leaps in shoe technology have revolutionized high-performance footwear over the past five years. Yes, we’re talking about super shoes. The number of runners racing in carbon-plated shoes jumped a staggering 14 percent just from 2023 to 2024, according to data from Strava.

Student projects that can make a difference. That’s the goal for one classroom in the southeast valley. One student-athlete wants to see how concussions impact mental health in athletes.