New developments in technology have made a virtual reality driven future seem closer than ever before, but virtual avatar technology still has quite a ways to go before VR communication feels natural. By placing emphasis on creating a sense of presence, researchers are striving to make virtual spaces more comfortable
Could SARS-CoV-2 cause the deadliest form of pneumonia? In a breakthrough article recently published in the February 2022 issue of the International Journal of Infectious Diseases, a group of medical researchers from Spain shared their findings in which patients hospitalized for bacterial pneumococcal pneumonia (B-PCAP) were compared to those hospitalized
Canada is celebrated for providing free healthcare for all Canadian citizens, and Canada takes pride in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms guaranteeing equality, but systemic racism persists in the health system. One of the most underrated problems with the Canadian healthcare system is the algorithmic racism programmed into healthcare
Food intake is affected by a variety of neurochemical, hormonal, physiological, and psychological factors [1]. Several studies have shown significant changes in appetite, eating behavior, and energy intake in women during their menstrual cycle where there are changes to the factors affecting food intake [1]. The menstrual cycle consists of
Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent condition that is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissues in areas outside of the uterus, namely in the ovaries or even outside of the pelvis [2] (see Figure 1). It is an inflammatory condition that is often associated with pelvic pain and infertility [4]. Adenomyosis
On September 29th, 2021, a law banning most abortions went into effect in Texas. This law bans all abortions after six weeks or once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which is why it is called the heartbeat bill, with no exceptions for rape and incest. The law relies on private
Imagine how expensive your flights would be if airplanes flew as rarely as space shuttles or Mars rovers. How would our society differ if only the opulent could afford this luxury? Many of us have probably heard of Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos’s campaigns towards consumer space travel through images
Alcohol abuse has long been a major problem affecting more than 300 million people worldwide each year [1]. Alcoholism is a major risk factor for mortality and disability in young adults [2]. Yet, the continued use of this detrimental substance is shockingly prevalent. The lack of awareness and prevention may
With polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) being the leading cause of infertility and hormonal imbalances in women worldwide, it is quite puzzling why this condition has not been further studied and understood. While some of the physical symptoms of this condition have been briefly studied, the psychological effects of PCOS are
“Nants ingonyama bagithi baba” As the sun rises off the horizon in the African savannah, the anthropomorphized animals in the iconic movie, The Lion King, head towards Pride Rock, home of the lions. “Sithi uhm ingonyama” Rafiki, the wise baboon, raises the newborn Simba to the sky in a ritual
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