Over five years ago with the COVID-19 pandemic, there was an intense growth in the field of digital health technologies,…
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Prioritizing Perinatal Mental Health: A Silent Crisis Needing Loud Solutions
Maternal mental health is one of the most overlooked components of perinatal care, even though dysfunction ripples through families. From…
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The Saints in Motherhood: How Religious Cultural Beliefs Can Influence Perinatal Depression
She brought a new life to this world–something she’d always dreamed of accomplishing. Yet, there was no gush of love…
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Iowa’s Cancer Crisis Raises Concerns About Farming Practices
Iowa has a disturbing public health trend: cancer incidence in the state is among the highest in the nation and…
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Nipah Virus Outbreaks and the Global Health Risk
Still gaining some traction in the public health arena post-COVID-19, Nipah virus could yet become a household name. With several…
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The Science of Beauty: What Documentaries Get Right and Wrong About Appearance
In a world where beauty filters are the norm and cosmetic procedures are more accessible than ever, documentaries have started…
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Portraying Terminal Illness: Why Accuracy Matters
There are numerous tropes associated with sickly characters in the media such as the Delicate and Sickly Trope. There are…
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Understanding HPV: What You Need to Know
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most widespread sexually transmitted infections (STIs), with millions of new cases reported each…
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Effects of Junk Food on the Body
Junk food, characterized by high levels of sugar, salt, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients, is a staple in many modern…
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When Nature Bites Back: The Surprising Danger of Swimmer’s Itch
Swimmer’s itch is a super itchy rash caused by microscopic parasite larvae that burrow into the skin when you swim…
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