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OSU-Cascades: Exercise as medicine

“When I’m teaching memory care residents, I focus on fun, with lots of movements and good music,” says Reyes. “That’s mainly what it is about – to smile and have fun.” With those in the memory care unit, she wants everyone to have a good time.

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OSU-Cascades Student Spotlight: Britney Galles, Kinesiology

“I really want to help people,” says OSU-Cascades KIN senior Britney Galles. “When I think about what I want to do most – that’s it.”

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HDFS News Research

Behavior problems in preschool and child care centers may be an issue of genes

A new study suggests that some children may be genetically predisposed to developing behavioral problems in child care and preschool settings.

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Kinesiology Research

New biomechanics lab in Bend one of the few of its kind in the country

A new biomechanics laboratory opening this May in Bend will provide cutting-edge research and intervention strategies for injuries – especially knees, ankles and hips – creating a perfect match with Central Oregon’s population of elite and recreational athletes.

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Kinesiology Research

Nature’s training ground sparks research partnership in Bend

OSU-Cascades’ EXSS program’s new biomechanics laboratory can deepen research in physical function and performance, and provide services to athletes and individuals of all abilities.

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Academic gains found among high risk kids in Head Start

A new study by Oregon State University researchers finds that Head Start can make a positive impact in the lives of some of its highest risk children, both academically and behaviorally.