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Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT): A Scientific Overview
Image credit: Photo by Valentin Angel Fernandez Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT) , also known as the Sleeping Sickness, is a disease...
Ma. Teresita Chica
Apr 235 min read


Understanding Diabetes: A Basic Overview
Whether it is from being diagnosed with it themselves or simply knowing someone who has it, the condition, “diabetes,” is likely familiar...
juliatanaka6
Apr 222 min read


Measles- a preventable disease and how vaccines help reduce its spread!
Figure 1: Measles, Public Health Hot Topics, Health Department, City of Cincinnati © 2025 Vaccine hesitancy in the United States along...
Julie Joseph
Apr 195 min read


Sex and Drug Use: How Incarceration Can Lead to Increased Rates of HIV/AIDS
What is HIV/AIDS? HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is a virus that attacks cells in the body that would normally help fight against...
jacoblindbert
Apr 74 min read


Will our kids look after us in our golden years?
A famous American actor, Gene Hackman, and his spouse, Betsy Arakawa, a well-known classical pianist, were recently found dead in their...
Eric Aguila
Apr 67 min read


Preventing Burnout in the Health Professions
Burnout makes it harder to tune out life's stressors Working as a health professional is not only a noble career pursuit, it is also a...
Lauren Barkley
Apr 53 min read


Understanding Allergies: Managing Allergic Reactions
Allergies are the body’s immune system response to substances (allergens) that are usually harmless. When a person with allergies comes...
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Apr 12 min read


Breaking Down Global Insurance Systems: A Closer Look at the U.S. vs. Other Countries
Insurance is a critical component of managing financial risk and ensuring economic stability, whether through health, life, auto, or...
Jennifer John
Apr 17 min read


An Insight into the Pima Native American Tribe and their Fight Against Diabetes
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic health condition and is prevalent across the United States and globe affecting people of all...
jacoblindbert
Mar 313 min read


Measles Is Back- What you need to know
Stephanie Ray, RN, BSN Understanding Measles: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment Measles is a highly contagious viral infection...
Stephanie Ray
Mar 164 min read


Bactrim: A Comprehensive Guide
Bactrim is an antibiotic medication that consists of a combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim and is given to patients to treat...
Oditi Paul
Mar 123 min read


The Impact of Nicotine Pouches
Potent nicotine pouches are currently under the spotlight after raids around the country revealed that non compliant nicotine pouches are...
Sonia Bains
Mar 62 min read


The H5 Bird Flu Outbreak: The Spread and Response
By Andrea Stone 2025 The Associated Press. “Eggs Are Seen for Sale at a QFC in Seattle.,” Forbes , 27 Jan. 2025,...
andreastone2007
Mar 62 min read


Does the cold make you sick?
Short answer: Yes. While the cold does not directly cause illness, it does increase risk factors for it. It turns out that the classical...
Callie Tse
Mar 42 min read


Rise of the Outbreak: Monkeypox Unleashed
Monkeypox is a rare but potentially serious infectious viral disease that can spread to humans from an animal host, such as nonhuman...
Ameisha Khan
Mar 43 min read


World Hearing Day 2025: Raising Awareness for Ear & Hearing Health
World Hearing Day, celebrated annually on March 3, aims to raise awareness about hearing loss, its prevention, and the importance of ear...
raunaksaha21
Mar 45 min read


The Rise of Adderall: Understanding Its Uses, Benefits, and Risks
With the number of people diagnosed with ADHD increasing in recent times, the use of Adderall has become more common. However, the rising...
juliatanaka6
Mar 32 min read


Yes, You Can Eat Sugar: Debunking Myths About Type 1 Diabetes
Introduction One of the most common misconceptions about type 1 diabetes (T1D) is sugar! Not only can type 1 diabetics eat sugar - but...
samanthamartin2001
Mar 34 min read


HIV and Aging in the 21st Century: Policy Gaps and Healthcare Needs
By Sunkanmi Folorunsho The aging of the HIV-positive population is a defining feature of the 21st century, necessitating a reassessment...
Sunkanmi Folorunsho
Mar 27 min read


The Consequences of USAID Funding Cuts on HIV/AIDS Programs in Africa: Challenges and Strategies for Sustaining Progress
The recent freeze on U.S. foreign aid, particularly funding for HIV/AIDS programs under USAID, represents a significant disruption to...
Sunkanmi Folorunsho
Mar 24 min read
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