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Pseudobulbar Affect
Written by Shaurya Gulani | Art by Anoushka Pandya Many people who become emotional over minor events are often labeled as oversensitive. Many people who laugh hysterically in serious situations may be labeled as insensitive. However, there could be more to the story, they could have a serious neurological condition called the Pseudobulbar Affect. It is estimated Read more
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Cancer Treatments
Written by Kirsten Batitay | Art by Anoushka Pandya In the medical field, cancer has been a prevailing concern for centuries, but remarkable treatments have been made for it. Among these treatments, a few of the most common and notable include chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy. Chemotherapy is a commonly known cancer treatment in Read more
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Exploring Osteoporosis
Written by Simran Ahluwalia | Art by Simran Ahluwalia As we age, our bodies undergo numerous changes, and one of the most insidious yet often overlooked conditions is osteoporosis. Often referred to as a “silent disease,” osteoporosis occurs when bone mineral density and bone mass decrease, or when the structure and strength of bone change. Read more
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Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
Written by Yong-Lin Hu | Art by Mahi Raithatha ARFID, or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, is another common eating disorder stemming from a fear of food. However, it varies from disorders such as Anorexia and Bulimia in how people approach food. Instead of an inherent fear of weight loss or gain, or using food as a Read more
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STIs: April Health Awareness Topic
Written by Diya Desikan | Art by Lily Ozaeta According to ScienceDirect, over 1 million sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to infect people every day. STIs impact sexual and reproductive health in various ways—stigma, infertility, cancer, and complications in pregnancy. STIs impact nearly 20% of the world, and the stigmas surrounding them make their impact Read more
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Beyond the Stereotypical Energetic Child: Understanding ADHD
Written by Srivalli Adarapu | Art by Maya Wen Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) refers to a neurodevelopmental disability beginning in the childhood stages and spanning into adolescence and adulthood. It is associated with impulsivity, a lack of attention, and hyperactive behavior. Between 2016 and 2019, the CDC reported around 6 million children aged 3 to 17 Read more
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