Tag: study
May. 18, 2018
Study by DU suggests third-hand smoke spreads indoors
Those who are wary about the negative health effects of smoking, and even secondhand smoke, can do many things to avoid exposure to the toxic…

Apr. 27, 2018
Drexel connects weight stigma with avoidance of doctors
A study published by the Dornsife School of Public Health at Drexel University shows that women with a higher body mass index tend to shy…

Apr. 20, 2018
Drexel study reveals Philadelphians are drinking less soda, more water after tax
A Drexel University study has found that the soda tax initiative prompted by Mayor Kenney has reduced the consumption of sugary and sugar-substitute drinks by…

Sep. 17, 2015
Upperclassmen talk study spaces
Freshman dorms are always the most convenient places to study, although they can sometimes be prone to annoying roommates and distractions. While the WiFi…

Jun. 25, 2015
Study shows how differing models’ sizes impact different consumers
After observing noted American companies H&M and Dove’s successful use of plus-size women models in their advertising campaigns, Hoori Rafieian, a doctoral business administration student…

Mar. 13, 2015
Researchers discover childhood obesity may be linked to future eating disorders
A group of researchers at Drexel University may have found a new risk factor for eating disorders. The team, led by Michael Lowe, a professor…

May. 23, 2014
New study shows longterm effects of ADHD drugs
Drexel University and University of Delaware researchers have discovered previously unknown effects of the use of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder medication such as Ritalin. These…