Front-of-Package Disclosures on Children’s Drink Packages Can Improve Purchase Choices, UConn Research Finds

Front-of-Package Disclosures on Children’s Drink Packages Can Improve Purchase Choices, UConn Research Finds

Adding front-of-package ingredient disclosures significantly increases caregivers' ability to identify the presence and absence of common ingredients in sweetened fruit drinks and flavored waters and unsweetened 100% juice, according to UConn researchers.

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Health and Wellness Management to be New Degree at Western Connecticut State University

Health and Wellness Management to be New Degree at Western Connecticut State University

Western Connecticut State University in Danbury is offering a new degree for students interested in health, wellness and fitness as well as business. The B.S. in Health and Wellness Management integrates these interests into a comprehensive degree program that caters to students who want to start or manage a business that focuses on the health, wellness and/or fitness industries.

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State Attorneys General, Including Connecticut's William Tong, Sue Meta for Social Media Harmful to Children's Mental Health

State Attorneys General, Including Connecticut's William Tong, Sue Meta for Social Media Harmful to Children's Mental Health

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong has joined 42 attorneys general throughout the country suing Meta in federal and state courts alleging that the company knowingly designed and deployed harmful features on Instagram and its other social media platforms that purposefully addict children and teens. At the same time, Meta falsely assured the public that these features are safe and suitable for young users.

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Federal Funds to Plant Trees in Urban Communities Headed to Connecticut

Federal Funds to Plant Trees in Urban Communities Headed to Connecticut

Trees, it turns out, make a difference. Studies show that communities with access to trees and green spaces are associated with improved health outcomes, reduced crime, lower average temperatures, and an influx of other kinds of investments and new economic opportunities. Connecticut cities will be receiving funds to expand tree cover in their urban communities.

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