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...
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Hannah Woolston
Dec 30, 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...
Hithem Ghadamsi
Dec 30, 20233 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...
Ruhama Aschalew Asfaw
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...
Ava Fromm
Dec 30, 20232 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...
Sirisha Emani
Dec 29, 20233 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...
Deepali Shrivastava
Dec 28, 20234 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...
Dalya Laban
Dec 26, 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)...
mariepb28
Dec 25, 20233 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...
ulgerezgi
Dec 24, 20232 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...
Sameer Khan
Dec 24, 20237 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...
nimisahota
Dec 23, 20232 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...
fleon426
Dec 22, 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,...
nursejillllc
Dec 21, 20234 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...
Callie Tse
Dec 20, 20233 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...
Janelle Salo
Dec 18, 20233 min read
Which Strain for the Pain?
Using medical cannabis and alternative methods for chronic pain management. #alternativemedicine #medicalcannabis #healthylifestyle...
Michele Bonazzoli Clinton MSN, APRN
Dec 17, 20232 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,...
Ellinor Davenport
Dec 13, 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...
Sameer Khan
Dec 11, 20233 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...
Diana Abila
Dec 8, 20233 min read
Tiny Allies, Big Impact: Nanoparticles in the Fight Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
Chronic conditions are often silent but deeply impactful and cast a shadow over the lives of millions worldwide. In this exploration, we...
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