Science, Translated

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

Worldwide obesity tripled in just the last half century, and more people live in countries where there are greater overweight-related deaths than underweight-related deaths, WHO reports [1].  Obesity is an excess of body fat. As body fat increases, adipose tissues reach their capacity to store fat. This results in more

In October of 2018, the scientific world as we knew it completely changed with the birth of two little girls named Lulu and Nana1. These twins were revolutionary “designer babies” – the first human beings to have each cell of their body genetically modified for certain characteristics [1].  Before we