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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

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COLUMN: My plans for a post-pandemic world

Natalie Navarro, Assistant Opinion Editor April 11, 2021

As we all know, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has restricted us from doing basic things such as attending large-scale events and traveling. Even schooling has been affected, as we have not stepped foot on campus for over a year now.  With the introduction of the vaccines and lower infection rates,...

The Heart Beat: FDA doesnt regulate supplements, so you should

The Heart Beat: FDA doesn’t regulate supplements, so you should

October 11, 2013

By: Rachel Gallego Staff Writer A lot of athletes use supplements as part of their regular routine to get the most out of their training and enhance their overall performance. However, many athletes do this without a full understanding of the associated risks and benefits. The use of supplements...

panoramic photo of Double Peak Park

Get Out!: San Elijo trails offer sights, challenges

September 14, 2013

By Alison Seagle Staff Writer Conveniently located next to CSUSM are countless San Elijo Hills trails, one of their most popular challenges being Double Peak.   At the top of the peak, hikers, bikers and runners alike are rewarded with a great view of surrounding cities, the ocean on a clear...

The Heart Beat: College degree important for health, well-being and family

The Heart Beat: College degree important for health, well-being and family

May 9, 2013

Curtis Bovee Staff Writer Most people consider the main incentive of a college degree to be monetary; however, a college degree is worth more than the financial benefits. In a campus poll of students, 7 out of 10 students at CSUSM indicated that the number one reason they are striving for a college...

The Heart Beat: Moderation essential with alcohol

The Heart Beat: Moderation essential with alcohol

April 25, 2013

Curtis Bovee Staff Writer According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are approximately 80,000 deaths attributable to excessive alcohol use in the U.S. each year.   In the U.S., a standard drink consists of 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. This amount is typically found in...

The Heart Beat: A study drug you want to avoid

The Heart Beat: A study drug you want to avoid

April 11, 2013

  Curtis Bovee Staff Writer   In 2009, America, representing roughly 4 percent of the world's population, produced 88 percent of the world's legal amphetamine, Adderall.    Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) is a neurologically based behavior disorder characterized by the inability...

The Heart Beat: Your guide to better brain health

The Heart Beat: Your guide to better brain health

March 27, 2013

By Curtis Bovee Staff Writer Most would agree our brain is pretty important. Arguably, it is the most important organ in the human body. How come we don't maintain our brain like we do the rest of our body? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Alzheimer's disease is the 6th...

The Heart Beat: What you need to know about concussions

The Heart Beat: What you need to know about concussions

March 7, 2013

 Curtis Bovee Staff Writer Concussions are the most common form of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and any blow to the head should be taken seriously. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1.7 million people sustain a TBI annually, or every 21 seconds...

The Heart Beat: Is cost truly an obstacle to healthy eating?

The Heart Beat: Is cost truly an obstacle to healthy eating?

February 21, 2013

By Curtis Bovee Staff Writer A common reason why many Americans fail to eat healthy is because it "costs too much." Fortunately, healthy foods can be as inexpensive as unhealthy foods. For a family of four to eat dinner at McDonald’s, the total cost should they order Big Mac meals will be around...

The Heart Beat: Organ donation gives the gift of life

The Heart Beat: Organ donation gives the gift of life

February 7, 2013

By Curtis Bovee Staff Writer If you could help 50 people, would you? According to the National Institutes of Health, experts say that organs from one person can save or help up to 50 people. Sadly, there is still overwhelming need for organ donors. Currently, over 118,000 people are waiting for...

The Heart Beat: Healthy eating is only half the battle

The Heart Beat: Healthy eating is only half the battle

January 23, 2013

By Curtis Bovee Staff Writer It has become obvious that portion sizes have gotten larger over the decades -- throughout restaurants and grocery stores. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of U.S. adults and approximately one-fifth of children and...

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