America’s Real Healthcare Crisis
Correctional Healthcare is a multi billion dollar industry and vastly becoming an economic staple in the United States. With the incarceration rate reaching an all time high in this country, the demand for comprehensive healthcare for individuals behind bars is quickly becoming the “new normal.” This demand creates an enormous financial advantage for healthcare providers…
Exploring the Cerebellum: The Brain’s Master Coordinator
Introduction to the Cerebellum The cerebellum, intriguingly known as the “little brain,” is a fascinating and integral part of our nervous system. This designation stems from its Latin origin, which literally translates to a smaller counterpart of the brain. Despite its modest size, especially when compared to the larger cerebral hemispheres, the cerebellum plays an…
OBESOPHOBIA
“A phobia is an anxiety disorder defined by a persistent and excessive fear of an object or situation. Phobias typically result in a rapid onset of fear and are usually present for more than six months. Those affected go to great lengths to avoid the situation or object, to a degree greater than the actual…
Training A Computer To Read Mammograms As Well As A Doctor
Regina Barzilay teaches one of the most popular computer science classes at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. And in her research — at least until five years ago — she looked at how a computer could use machine learning to read and decipher obscure ancient texts. “This is clearly of no practical use,” she says…
8 Hobbies That Make You Smarter (According to Science)
May 8, 2019 For many years, people have believed that you are as smart as you are, and there’s nothing you can do about it. Wrong! Not only are you able to make yourself smarter, you can have fun doing it. Here are 8 hobbies that Science has proven to make you more intelligent. 1.…
Coronavirus Quarantine May Ignite an Online Education Boom
The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has been deemed a public health emergency and has been provoking fear for those looking to fulfill their educational dreams. This virus has emerged from China and has now been found starting to spread within the United States. This outbreak has come with many economic and social complications that…
Understanding Tabes Dorsalis: An Overview
Written by Dr. Saqib Mansoor Tabes Dorsalis is a medical condition that may not be widely known but has significant implications for those it affects. This article aims to unpack its complexities, shedding light on its causes, symptoms, and clinical implications, making it easier for our readers to grasp this condition’s essence. What is Tabes Dorsalis?…
ORGANIC FOOD
You are what you eat. This is a true saying that links your food consumption to your health.When I first decided to make a lifestyle change, I received numerous recommendations, some relating to my age, others to my weight, and still others for the prevention of age-related ailments. All I wanted was to stay healthy…
This is Your Child’s Brain on Video Games
he following is a behind-the-scenes glimpse of how gaming impacts a child’s nervous system. Source: Romolo Tavani/Fotolia On the eve of his big sister Liz’s high school graduation, nine-year-old Aiden sits with his parents and relatives at a celebration dinner, bored by their “adult” conversation and irritated at all the attention showered upon Liz. He can’t wait to get…
MANAGING (GERD)
I first heard the term GERD (GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE) a few years ago when I was diagnosed with reflux disease that had affected my esophagus. Prior to the diagnosis, I was experiencing throat pains that I mistook for a sore throat. I had gone to the hospital after some self-medication and was treated for sore…
