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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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Curiouser and Curiouser: The Alice in Wonderland Syndrome
Written by Goonj Gautam | Art by MollyAnn Caufield The famous children’s book, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, written by Lewis Carroll, has sold over a 100 million copies. In fact, the children’s novel inspired the name of a disorder called Alice in Wonderland Syndrome (AIWS) because of its uncanny similarities to the symptoms. In the Read more
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Understanding Cerebral Palsy
Written by Keira Lim | Art by Keira Lim Cerebral palsy , is a permanent neurological condition that affects movement, and is the most common motor disability in children in the United States. Those who are afflicted by it may experience numerous effects, with the severity of them ranging from minor to debilitating. It most Read more
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