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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Exercise
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects around 1 in 10 people assigned female at birth (AFAB). The common...
Annika Singh
Dec 31, 20233 min read


Synesthesia: The Phenomenon Where Senses Collide
Introduction You put on your headphones and start listening to your playlist. The first note of the song causes your imagination to flash...
Kenneth Owen Devera
Dec 31, 20234 min read


Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO): A Lifesaving Technique
Before you read: ECMO - Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Reoxygenate - Adding oxygen back into the bloodstream. Oxygen is a vital...
Hannah Woolston
Dec 30, 20234 min read


Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE): A Silent Menace
(Head Injuries – Medical Legal, n.d.) Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive degenerative brain disease that is thought...
Hithem Ghadamsi
Dec 30, 20233 min read


Early pregnancy loss (Miscarriage)
Miscarriage refers to a natural pregnancy loss prior to 20 weeks of gestation. Recently, it is being defined as loss of a documented...
Ruhama Aschalew Asfaw
Dec 30, 20233 min read


Could you survive without 90% of your brain?
In 1945 a farmer in Colorado went out to his yard to grab a chicken to eat for dinner, the farmer took his axes and beheaded the chicken...
Ava Fromm
Dec 30, 20232 min read


Caring for Breath: The Interconnectedness of Oral Health and Respiratory Well-being
The Crucial Role of Oral Hygiene in Respiratory Health For decades, the oral cavity has stood as a potential reservoir for respiratory...
Sirisha Emani
Dec 29, 20233 min read


When Should I be Concerned About Memory Loss?
Momentarily forgetting why you walked into a room or struggling to find the right word are common experiences for many people—and they’re...
Deepali Shrivastava
Dec 28, 20234 min read


AI-Powered Apps for Skin Cancer Detection
In recent years, the intersection of healthcare and technology has witnessed remarkable advancements, with artificial intelligence (AI)...
Dalya Laban
Dec 26, 20234 min read


Is it the Flu, Covid-19, or RSV?
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a cause of common cold symptoms in most older children and healthy adults. By the time a child has...
mariepb28
Dec 25, 20233 min read


Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Cannabis users may or may not struggle with cyclic vomiting. This is typically seen in long-term users and/or near-daily users. It is...
ulgerezgi
Dec 24, 20232 min read


Cell Signaling - How Cells Communicate
Introduction Imagine each cell in the body as an individual participant in a vast social network, wherein they continuously exchange...
Sameer Khan
Dec 24, 20237 min read


Understanding How Vaccines Work: A Simple Guide
Vaccines play a crucial role in keeping us healthy by protecting our bodies from harmful diseases - especially during flu and cold...
nimisahota
Dec 23, 20232 min read


Old age and mobility
The importance of mobility in the health and well-being of the elderly cannot be overstated. Maintaining an active and mobile lifestyle,...
fleon426
Dec 22, 20232 min read


They're going to cut me?!
So you’ve been told you need surgery. Now what? Here is a general overview of the first step of surgery: the consent. There are questions...
nursejillllc
Dec 21, 20234 min read


Instinctive Responses by Reflexes
When an object hits our knees, they jerk up, and when hot metal touches our hands, they instinctively jerk away. These automatic...
Callie Tse
Dec 20, 20233 min read


Which Strain for the Pain?
Using medical cannabis and alternative methods for chronic pain management. #alternativemedicine #medicalcannabis #healthylifestyle...
Janelle Salo
Dec 18, 20233 min read


Magnesium: The Unsung Hero for Bone Health
Magnesium is a crucial macronutrient that plays a vital role in cellular metabolism and overall health. It has numerous benefits,...
Michele Bonazzoli Clinton MSN, APRN
Dec 17, 20232 min read


HIV and Drug Resistance
HIV/AIDS Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an infection that targets and attacks CD4 cells (CD4 T lymphcytes), a component of the...
Ellinor Davenport
Dec 13, 20232 min read


The Blood-Brain Barrier and Drug Delivery Challenges
Introduction The Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB) serves as an important element of the brain's defense mechanism, functioning as a gatekeeper...
Sameer Khan
Dec 11, 20233 min read
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