NPR’s podcast series, Shortwave, examines the latest in health and science news, mysteries, and discoveries. In a recent installment entitled “White Scholars Can Complicate Research into Health Disparities,” hosts Maria Godoy and Usha Lee McFarling discuss threats to health equity…
Photo by Jorge Vasconez on Unsplash (rights-free) By: Lexi Rosmarin The duality of the relationship between humans and the environment is pertinent in a world where we are constantly working towards a sustainable future. Humans impact the environment through means…
By: Sarah Du The Emory Global Health Institute (EGHI) is an integral part of Emory University’s commitment towards global health, bringing together individuals from various interdisciplinary subjects to create innovative solutions and promote the awareness of prominent global health issues.…
A summary of important health news from the past week. CDC Signs Off on Moderna, J&J Boosters, Backs Mix n' Match Shots By: Robin Foster This week, the CDC approved Covid-19 booster shots from Moderna and Johnson & Johnson. Now,…
Delving into the lifestyle of cosmetic surgery, Vox explains how influencers renewed interest in a decades-old procedure: the Brazilian butt lift. This informational podcast details the intricacies of the BBL procedure, aftercare, and the shadiness that comes with an increasingly…
by: Dynasti deGouville In March 2021, Senate Bill 225 (SB 225) was introduced by Senator Scott Weiner (D-San Francisco) as an addition to the Business and Professions Code relating to medical procedures. SB 225: The Bodily Autonomy, Dignity and Choice…
Photo by Sven Brandsma on Unsplash (rights-free) A summary of important health news from the past week. NPR poll: The delta surge pushed Americans further behind in all walks of life By: Selena-Simmons Duffin, Joe Neel While the COVID-19 pandemic…
By News Team member Commercial surrogacy in India is a controversial topic of debate in bioethics. India’s attempts to regulate and control commercial surrogacy struggles to find a balance between two conflicting interests: preventing the exploitation of surrogates and protecting…
Photo by Kira auf der Heide on Unsplash (rights-free) By: Lexi Rosmarin We typically think of mental health as being just that - the intricacies of the mind and brain working to control our thoughts and feelings. However, our mental…
Photo by Anna Shvets on Pexels (rights-free) A summary of important health news from the past week. How the Pandemic Led to the Rise of Virtual Rehab By: Meagan Drillinger Since the start of the pandemic, telehealth treatment has been…