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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
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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
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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disorder that causes an individual to believe that someone close to them, often a spouse, parent, or friend that has been replaced by an identical impostor.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
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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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