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Understanding Angelman Syndrome
Written by Aashna Gupta | Art by MollyAnn Caulfield Angelman syndrome is a rare neurogenetic disorder that affects approximately 1 in 15,000 people worldwide. It was first described in 1965 by Dr. Harry Angelman, and the condition is known for its profound effects on neurological development and behavior. Angelman syndrome primarily impairs speech, movement, and Read more
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Understanding Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Written by Aashna Gupta | Art by MollyAnn Caulfield Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), one of the most severe and common forms of muscular dystrophy, is a sex-linked disorder, affecting approximately 1 in every 3,500 to 5,000 male births worldwide. DMD is a genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle degeneration and weakness due to the absence of Read more
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Sign Language: An Overview
Written by Anoushka Pandya | Art by MollyAnn Caufield After Rihanna’s 2023 Super Bowl Performance, there was one woman who broke the internet; Not Rihanna, but her sign language interpreter, Justina Miles. Her energetic and passionate interpretation of Rihanna’s music circulated across media networks, where people praised her for her energy and rhythm in conveying Read more
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What is Encephalitis?
Written by Akemi Li | Art by Angela Bascug Encephalitis is diagnosed when inflammation is found in the brain. It is typically caused by bacterial or viral infections, which would be referred to as infectious encephalitis. It could also be caused by immune cells in scenarios where they mistakenly attack the brain, and many refer Read more
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Lesser-Known Eating Disorders
Written by Hephzibah Ikpe | Art by Mollyann Calufield Eating disorders are characterized by distressing thoughts and emotions towards food and eating behaviors. The specific symptoms regarding eating disorders vary from person to person, but some of the most common symptoms include restrictive eating, overeating, or purging. This often harms one’s ability to get the Read more
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Uncovering Hip Dysplasia
Written by Katelyn Effendi | Art by Katelyn Effendi What is Hip Dysplasia? Hip dysplasia occurs when a hip socket doesn’t fully cover the ball portion of the upper thigh bone. This causes the hip joint to technically be dislocated. Hip dysplasia is usually found in newborn babies due to the limited space in the Read more
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