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The Sore Truth About Canker Sores and How to Treat Them
While every part of your body has an important role in keeping you healthy, there’s no denying the importance of your mouth. Not only do...
Jo Gubatan
Oct 14, 20243 min read


The Mouse with the Human Immune System
Introduction Animal models have been a common way to understand and progress research in the biomedical field for several decades, with...
Mikayla S.
Sep 30, 20243 min read


So Many Vaccines! Which Ones are Crucial for Seniors?
The proportion of the world’s population aged 65 and above is rapidly increasing. Each year, Infections in this age group cause...
June Pomeroy
Sep 29, 20245 min read


Protection Against Mpox: The Power of JYNNEOS Vaccine
Mpox (Monkeypox) is a zoonotic viral disease that can spread from animals to humans. Recent global outbreaks with the emergence of new...
Ayoob Mansoor
Sep 28, 20242 min read

B Cells and the Immune System
Our immune system works wonders to keep us healthy. Many cells contribute to making a great immune system, and one of them includes B...
CH Chen
Sep 24, 20242 min read

Understanding the Multifaceted Causes of Pancytopenia
Image source: https://pin.it/6mqxFsvYh The bone marrow, the body's largest organ in blood cell production, plays a crucial role in the...
antwianita193
Sep 19, 20243 min read


The Basics of Food Allergies
Background Nearly 6% of American children and adults suffer from food allergies, but what are they exactly [ 1 ]? Most people have come...
Nguyen Myna
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: More than Just a Butterfly Rash
Systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE for short, is a chronic autoimmune disease of unknown cause grouped under lupus disorders. It is most...
Mulualem Anteneh
Aug 28, 20243 min read


When Your Body Turns Against You: Exploring Sjögren's Disease
Introduction Around 8,551,845 people in the United States alone suffer from autoimmune diseases. Generally autoimmune diseases are...
Alex Baek-Nadell
Aug 27, 20243 min read


Spray Away Allergies: Neffy Emerges as the New EpiPen Alternative
The FDA has recently approved Neffy, a nasal spray developed as an alternative to the traditional EpiPen for treating severe allergic...
nimisahota
Aug 23, 20243 min read


Get the Mosquito Repellent!! - West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes: The World’s Deadliest Insects Many people consider mosquitoes to be a harmless nuisance, often associating their presence...
jasnoordoggar
Aug 14, 20243 min read

Leaves of 3, let them be: Prevention and treatment of poison ivy (and poison oak & sumac)
Nothing ruins the fun of the outdoors quicker than being exposed to poison ivy. If you are lucky enough not to have a poison ivy allergy...
nursefreed2
Aug 9, 20244 min read

Crystal Hands: Understanding Gout and CPPD
By Nikki Elmi Gout is a type of arthritis known for its sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness, and tenderness in joints, most commonly...
Nikki Elmi
Aug 6, 20243 min read


Uncovering the Hidden Potential of Microbial Endophytes: A Promising Source for Antimicrobial and Antitumor Agents
Introduction Plants harbor a variety of microorganisms, including epiphytes, endophytes (mostly fungi and bacteria), and pathogenic...
Preetinder Kaur
Jul 6, 20243 min read
Comprehensive Insights into Stiff-Person Syndrome: Diagnosis, Features, and Management
Stiffness-person syndrome (SPS), also known by the name of Moersch-Woltman syndrome, is a rare central nervous system disease...
swethakannan9902
Jul 3, 20243 min read

Immunotherapy: The Future of Cancer Treatments?
Cancer has been around since 3000 BC; it is a relentless and persistent disease, which is why we need as many treatment options as...
Ezra Zelez
Jun 28, 20242 min read


Unveiling the Supercharged Immune System of Bats: What Scientists Are Discovering
The immune system is a marvel that helps you fend off the common cold, viruses, and the flu. Its primary function is to keep you alive...
minamohamed2004
Jun 22, 20243 min read


The Power of Nasal Irrigation
by: Brittane L. Strahan MSN, RN, CCRP Allergies and sinusitis can be not only annoying but also painful and lead to other health...
Brittane Strahan
Jun 19, 20244 min read


What You Need to Know About Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Introduction You have heard of Asthma, maybe your friend or family has asthma, but exactly is asthma? Asthma is a long term condition...
Ashley Biju
Jun 9, 20244 min read


Cholera's Threats
Introduction Though cholera is known as a rare disease in the US, it is quite prevalent in the continents of Africa and Asia. According...
Rachael Ng
Jun 8, 20245 min read
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