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The Sound that Isn’t There: The Science Behind Exploding Head Syndrome
Written by Nikita Mathur | Art by Tanisha Arora Exploding head syndrome (EHS) is defined as a sleep disorder that causes one to hear loud noises. Although the name might sound alarming, the disorder itself does not cause negative effects. Since there are no tests to determine EHS specifically, healthcare workers must identify the disorder… Read more
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Immune System Sex Differences: A Call for Equitable Research
Written by Sameera Rampertab | Art by Tanisha Arora The looming December to February cold and flu season (as identified by the CDC) sparks the question: do men or women possess a stronger immune system? While it may not seem that this is the case since both parties catch illnesses, it was a pertinent factor… Read more
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A Look at the Traditional Asian Diet and its Benefits
Written by Ashley Thamaraikkannan | Art by Cailyn Muljadi The traditional Asian diet consists mainly of plants and minimally processed foods. This diet varies across different Asian countries but has some similarities. Some staple foods include rice, whole grains, vegetables, and soy products. This diet also has various health benefits, as it’s known for lowering… Read more
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Global Water Crisis: The Deteriorating Effects On Public Health
Written by Ella Duzgun | Art by MollyAnn Caufield Women, men, children under the age of five, and even babies before they are born, are targeted by diseases in something crucial to their survival: water. Around the globe, 2.2 billion people are affected by the lack of access to safe water and sanitation, posing risks… Read more
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The C-Shaped Cells: Living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
Written by Jayne Thakur | Art by Wyatt Ngai Although we normally visualize blood cells to be oval or circular, those afflicted with Sickle Cell Disease have their blood cells in a sunken shape. As a result of their deformed shapes, they are unable to properly attach to oxygen, and often end up clumping together… Read more
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The Laughing Sickness: Kuru
Written by Goonj Gautam | Art by MollyAnn Caufield Kuru, a word meaning “to shiver” or “shake in fear”, is a disease that was most prominent among the Fore people in Papua New Guinea. Interestingly, the Fore people performed a type of cannibalism as a funeral rite and ate their dead relatives. This practice continued… Read more
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