THE MILLENNIAL POLIO
BY OLIVIA WALLON – As the cold season is kicking into high gear, it is becoming more common to associate the common cold with fatigue and weakness, two symptoms that
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A YEAR IN THE LIFE: MEDICAL SCHOOL CLASSES
BY GRANT MERCER – The first year of medical school is spent building a solid foundation of scientific knowledge, along with mastering basic clinical skills. Moving at a far faster
Read moreIT’S (NOT) MAGIC – GENETICALLY-MODIFYING MALARIA-CARRYING MOSQUITOES
BY EMMA ELLIS – Abracadabra. The word conjures images of long capes and studded wands, perhaps even of a furry bunny peeking its head out from a black top hat.
Read moreSHIFT FROM “SICK-CARE” TO “HEALTH-CARE”
BY MERRITT DANIELS – The United States spends more on healthcare than any other country in the world. Yet, the U.S. still ranks lower than several other nations in healthy
Read moreBRAIN FOOD: SCHOOL LUNCHES AND COGNITION
BY BEMSI WALLANG – Childhood is a precious, critical time. The brain is constantly developing and adapting to its environment. Physical growth, increased socialization, and a gradual, but certain evolution
Read moreA PERILOUS TREND
BY ERIC SANTANA – In 2017 a new trend that took our country by surprise, a dangerous and addictive electronic cigarette known as the Juul. For those who are not
Read moreTHE FUTURE OF THE FLU SHOT
BY ANA MEHRANIAN – It all starts with a scratchy throat, a few sniffles, and an unexpected sneeze or two. Before you know it, you can barely roll out of
Read moreCAFFEINE CRAZY?
BY MUHAMMAD SIDDIQ – For many of us, coffee is a ritual. It’s something we seek out as soon as we wake upin the morning. From running between classes and
Read moreRESISTING A REST
BY AUSTIN WAHLE – Holiday season is approaching… which means jingle bells, evergreen candles, and carols filling the cool night air. Unfortunately, one of the jolliest times of the
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