A new study reveals that short bursts of time in nature, like just 10 minutes, can reduce stress and lift moods. 

Research shows that whether it's a quick park visit or a longer wilderness stay, connecting with nature can have positive effects. 

To hear more, KCBS Radio news anchor Holly Quan spoke with Joanna Bettman, Professor at the University of Utah College of Social Work, and lead author of the study.

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A new study reveals that short bursts of time in nature, like just 10 minutes, can reduce stress and lift moods. 
Research shows that whether it's a quick park visit or a longer wilderness stay, connecting with nature can have positive effects. 
To hear more, KCBS Radio news anchor Holly Quan spoke with Joanna Bettman, Professor at the University of Utah College of Social Work, and lead author of the study.
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The key to a better mood is just 10 minutes in nature

As the Summer Olympics start in Paris, climate change is causing more frequent and intense heat waves, posing risks to athletes, fans, and workers.

Increasing heat and humidity can lead to serious health issues, so to hear how athletes are preparing for hot temperatures, KCBS Radio news anchor Holly Quan spoke with Dr. Mary Barron, Associate Professor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health.

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As the Summer Olympics start in Paris, climate change is causing more frequent and intense heat waves, posing risks to athletes, fans, and workers.
Increasing heat and humidity can lead to serious health issues, so to hear how athletes are preparing for hot temperatures, KCBS Radio news anchor Holly Quan spoke with Dr. Mary Barron, Associate Professor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health.
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San Francisco's Union Square has seen many changes the past couple of years.

Now, one big retailer is announcing it will only see customers by appointment only.

KCBS Radio's Cathy Whitman reports.

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San Francisco's Union Square has seen many changes the past couple of years.
Now, one big retailer is announcing it will only see customers by appointment only.
KCBS Radio's Cathy Whitman reports.
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Saks Fifth Avenue in Union Square to see customers by appointment only

Daly City is following in the footsteps of cities like San Francisco and Oakland in developing a cannabis equity program. 

As KCBS Radio's Megan Goldsby reports, the goal is removing the barriers to the legal marijuana industry that have been placed on people affected by the War on Drugs.

Daly City is following in the footsteps of cities like San Francisco and Oakland in developing a cannabis equity program. 
As KCBS Radio's Megan Goldsby reports, the goal is removing the barriers to the legal marijuana industry that have been placed on people affected by the War on Drugs.

The key to a better mood is just 10 minutes in nature

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