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Hands from Outer Space? Alien Hand Syndrome
Written by Goonj Gautam | Art by MollyAnn Caulfield While we’ve all heard of aliens and UFOs, how many of us have heard of Alien Hand syndrome? As it is a rare neurological disorder that happens in a small percentage of the general population, it’s not likely many of us know of it. Alien Hand Read more
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Your Summer Tan is Not Healthy: A Basic Overview of Skin Cancer
Written by Anoushka Pandya | Art by Tanisha Arora According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, 1 in 5 Americans will have some form of skin cancer during their life. As skin cancer is so pertinent, we must understand its signs, treatments, and varieties. Skin cancer is characterized by uncontrollable cell growth and division Read more
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Destigmatizing Conditions: Understanding Epilepsy
Written by Keira Lim | Art by Tanisha Arora Being one of the most common neurological conditions, epilepsy affects over 50 million people worldwide. It causes recurring seizures, which are abnormal bursts of activity in the brain and can affect consciousness, movement, behavior, and more. Those with epilepsy may also experience cognitive or psychological issues. Read more
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Heartache or Heartbreak Syndrome?
Written by Goonj Gautam | Art by Maya Wen Although many of us have experienced a level of heartbreak in a relationship, very few have experienced heartbreak syndrome. In fact, less than 2% of those who had a suspected heart attack experience it. Heartbreak syndrome, a short-term weakening of some of the heart’s muscles, goes Read more
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No Bread to Chew: Celiac Disease
Written by Jayne Thakur | Art by Srivalli Adarapu Commonly known as gluten intolerance, celiac disease is an autoimmune disease found in certain people, making them unable to process foods containing wheat, barley, or rye. Affecting approximately 10% of the global population, symptoms can be mitigated through dietary control. For those with celiac disease, their small Read more
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The Future is Printed Pills
Written by Yannah Robles | Art by Anoushka Pandya 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a vital component of technology, contributing not only to engineering, weaponry, and construction but also to healthcare. With its ability to print pills, the possibilities are starting to become endless, with other uses including prosthetics, implants, and medical Read more
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