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Doomscrolling and the Dopamine Loop: How Endless Scrolling Is Rewiring Our Brains
We’ve all been there, stuck in bed, scrolling endlessly through TikToks, reels, or online shopping, even when we know we should stop. But...
Sara Abdul Qader
Sep 133 min read


Be Appointment-Ready: Help Your Doctor Help You
Mary Johnson MBA, BSN, CMSRN Appointment here we come!! Your appointment day has arrived, and you sit down with your doctor. The visit...
Mary Johnson
Sep 123 min read


A Closer Look at Obesity: Who It Affects, Why It's Rising, and What We Can Do
Obesity: The Story Behind the Numbers Obesity is more than just a statistic—it's the real-life story of millions of people across the...
tamilee100
Sep 64 min read


Hearing Impairment in a Masked World: The Impact of the Pandemic on Deaf Communities
Impact on Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities The Covid-19 Pandemic obviously impacted people on a global scale, but certain groups...
Bailey Miller
Sep 53 min read


Obesity As a Disease: Understanding the Science and Reducing the Stigma
More than 40% of Americans over 20 live with obesity and another 30% are overweight. Despite its pervasiveness, obesity is highly...
Linda Gerace, BSN, RN
Sep 57 min read
Lyme Disease is on the rise: What can you do to stay safe?
Stephanie Ray, RN BSN What is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease is a tick-borne bacterial infection. It spreads to people when they are bitten...
Stephanie Ray
Sep 43 min read


Don't let a mosquito ruin your vacation: Everything you should know about Dengue
If you’ve been planning a trip to a tropical country, you’re probably thinking of sun-soaked beaches, cool summer waters, and a margarita...
nakshatrah2
Aug 315 min read
A Guide to Menstrual Cups - Benefits, Challenges, and Use
WebMD Ever since the first menstrual pad was created, the sanitary belt in 1956 (Clue), the style and functionality of absorbent products...
Sarah H
Aug 253 min read


Understanding the Global Crisis of Antibiotic Resistance
Each year in the United States, about 2 million people get infected by a bacteria that resists antibiotics, and at last 23 thousandths...
Heba Salah
Aug 174 min read


Mpox: A Re-emerging Zoonotic Disease Threatening Global and African Health
By: Nesredin Hassen Yesuf LinkedIn  | Email Introduction In recent years, Mpox—formerly known as monkeypox—has evolved from a largely...
Nesredin Hassen Yesuf
Aug 75 min read
A SILENT PANDEMIC OF 21ST CENTURY
In recent times, mental health is not only posing as an individual problem, but as a real collective emergency capable of slowing...
Arianna Russo
Aug 73 min read
Vaccines Aren’t Just for Kids: What Every Adult Needs to Know About Staying Protected
When most people think of vaccines, they think of childhood immunization schedules, school-required shots, or pediatric visits. But...
kendyql
Aug 53 min read


Beware of Wet Bulb this summer!
Designed by Freepik As we approach warmer and more humid weather, let's be more mindful about the time we spend outdoors and address the...
kimberlyannecv
Aug 12 min read


Polio and the Vaccine: A Public Health Triumph Under Threat
Introduction Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is a highly infectious viral disease that primarily affects children under five...
Jennifer John
Jul 273 min read


How to Advocate for Your Child’s Healthcare—Even When the System Feels Overwhelming
A nurse’s guide to speaking up, asking questions, and making sure your child gets the care they need If you’ve ever left a doctor’s visit...
kendyql
Jul 263 min read


The Hidden Risk: Abuse Potential for GLP-1 RAs Among Adolescents with Eating Disorders and in Weight-Restrictive Activities
Introduction Adolescence is a critical period marked by rapid physical, psychological, and emotional development. During this stage,...
Michelle Karth
Jul 244 min read


Confronting Maternal Health Disparities: A Call for Equity in Childbirth
Understanding Disparities in Childbirth Health disparities in childbirth refer to the unequal outcomes and experiences that different...
summerw1500
Jul 222 min read


Life, Death, and DNR: An ICU Nurse’s Insight on Compassionate Care
Bonnie, age 92*: She’s a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Bonnie has a long list of chronic medical problems, but is doing...
Jenna Congdon
Jul 229 min read


The Active Couch Potato: Why Exercise Isn’t Always Enough
Sara at her new work station Sara sits in the exam room at the doctor’s office, waiting for the medical assistant to take her vital...
tamilee100
Jul 195 min read


Loneliness Isn’t Just for the Young. For Older Adults, It’s Longer and More Dangerous
In recent years, headlines have warned of a loneliness epidemic, often pointing to young adults as the most affected. It’s true: surveys...
Sunkanmi Folorunsho
Jul 193 min read
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