Like many of us growing up, Deena saw herself in multiple careers, ranging from a flight attendant to a WNBA player. She was born in an impoverished part of Indianapolis' west side, raised by her Arabic-speaking immigrant parents. At the age of seven, Deena's sister Nora was diagnosed with a grade I astrocytoma and recommended to St. Jude in Memphis, Tennessee, for a treatment study that consisted of daily appointments for a decade. Watching the physicians treating Nora with

Intravenous (IV) therapy is a ubiquitous part of modern medicine, with the familiar IV machine readily available and widely used throughout hospitals. Behind this technology are hundreds of years of research and discoveries by medical professionals and scientists. Our current ability to provide IV therapy to replenish various fluids and nutrients is built upon this knowledge, much of which was standardized only in the 20th century. In fact, there are still many questions surr

During your pre-medical studies, you will need to complete two semesters of Organic Chemistry. This knowledge will be crucial for the MCAT, which includes about 12 questions on organic chemistry. This being said, the best way to prepare for the MCAT is by understanding the fundamentals of organic chemistry to the degree that you can apply those concepts to any question the exam may throw at you, rather than spending valuable study time memorizing reactions.  A common misconce

Burnout rates among healthcare workers have been a persistent issue in medicine, but have intensified over the years. Approximately one in three physicians is experiencing burnout at any given time. There are persistent issues within the healthcare system that contribute to high burnout rates among healthcare workers. Burnout can cause several mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Burnout is not just about individual resilience or self-care; it al

The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently disseminated new information on how to combat the long-term and immediate consequences of drastic and sudden cuts to external funding, which have been interrupting the delivery of necessary health services in many countries. This new guidance information, titled “Reporting to the health financing emergency: immediate measures and longer term shifts," suggests a variety of policy options for countries to address the severe finan

The following is an interactive article focusing on a medical case study. Use the information below to deduce what medical condition the patient was experiencing. There will be options at the end, each with a brief explanation of what each condition is to help you make your diagnosis. Please post your conclusion and why you chose it in the comments. After some time has passed, the correct answer will be revealed for you to check your work! A 52-year-old woman was brought to t

Every second counts when it comes to treating blood clots. Conditions such as ischemic stroke, heart attack, and pulmonary embolism occur when blood flow is suddenly blocked. Timely removal of these clots can mean the difference between life and death. One of the main treatments involves using tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), a drug that dissolves clots by converting plasminogen into plasmin. However, tPA breaks down within minutes in the bloodstream and can trigger severe

A 6-year-old boy is brought to the pediatric clinic with a persistent fever lasting for six days. His parents also report that he recently developed a red rash on his chest and arms, has swollen hands, and red eyes. The child has been drinking less water and appears more tired than usual. He has no known allergies or chronic illnesses and has been fully vaccinated. There is nobody sick at home.  On physical exam, his temperature was 102.7°F. His reports show he has a red, swo

The concept of erasing specific memories has often been explored in sci-fi movies, but what if it could become a reality? Recent breakthroughs in research from Japan indicate that this might not be just a fantasy. These advancements offer promising insights into how we could effectively tackle mental health issues and phobias, suggesting a hopeful future for those in need of such interventions. At Kyoto University, researchers led by Akihiro Goto and Yasunori Hayashi have pro

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