• 4 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Heart

    4 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Heart

    Written & Art by Srivalli Adarapu  The organ that never stops beating into action, always working, can also become so vulnerable over time when neglected. With heart disease ranking as the leading cause of death across the world, we must prioritize our heart health. As intimidating as heart disease may seem, these 4 simple habits Read more

  • WHEN A SANDFLY BITES: LEISHMANIASIS

    WHEN A SANDFLY BITES: LEISHMANIASIS

    Written & Art By Sophia Salazar Leishmaniasis is a neglected tropical disease, although this classification does not imply that it is unimportant. According to the WHO, an estimated 700,000 to 1 million new cases of leishmaniasis occur annually, with this incidence rate on the rise (WHO). Thus, increased awareness and action are especially needed for Read more

  • Autoimmune Diseases: What Are They?

    Autoimmune Diseases: What Are They?

    Written by Danielle Jayme | Art by Mollyann Caulfield According to the Mayo Clinic, approximately 15 million people in the United States are estimated to have one or more of the 105 autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune diseases are prevalent in society, but how many people truly know what they are? Although there is no set number Read more

  • Understanding Capgras Syndrome

    Understanding Capgras Syndrome

    Written by Aashna Gupta | Art by MollyAnn Caulfield Capgras syndrome, also known as Capgras delusion, is a rare and fascinating psychological disorder that causes an individual to believe that someone close to them, often a spouse, parent, or friend that has been replaced by an identical impostor. Although this syndrome is very uncommon, this Read more

  • Understanding Angelman Syndrome

    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

  • Understanding Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

    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