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Student Don Tait conducts research in biology assistant professor Michelle Steinhilb's laboratory.
See our 12-page section beginning on Page 8 for tips from alumni experts and stories about CMU's programs and research focusing on health and well-being.
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Striding out Meet alumnus Harry Plouff , who is on track to complete marathons on all seven continents.
Heart to heart Learn how a CMU program evaluates the heart health of children; Help your children avoid sports injuries; Get youth-friendly nutrition tips.
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Morgan and Grandpa See how a family's youngest and oldest members both benefi t from CMU services.
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Steady hope Learn how CMU's Fall and Balance Clinic assists unsteady clients.
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Supporting elders Get tips for caring for elders, and see how a CMU center helps aging drivers.
Research stories Learn how CMU researchers tackle Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, fertility research, disease communication methods, and the science behind physical therapy.
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On ice Meet two alumni who work to keep hockey players skating healthy.
PHOTO BY PEGGY BRISBANE
