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AI In Hospitals

February 10, 2026
Yiying Zhang
News, Read

News Team Member Yiying Zhang discusses the ethics of using AI in hospitals — and its shortcomings if proper regulations aren't put in place.

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Better Health With Public Transport

February 9, 2026
Jackson Bartelt
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News Team member Jackson Bartelt delves into how public transit can benefit the overall health of people living in Atlanta and beyond.

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Sweeteners Are Slowing Our Brains

December 29, 2025
Ananya Dash
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News Team member Ananya Dash reports on the risks that consuming sweeteners can accelerate brain aging.

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The True Cost of Ultra-Processed Foods

December 22, 2025
Jackson Bartelt
Opinion, Read

In an opinion piece, News Team member Jackson Bartelt argues that food regulators should penalize food companies for producing ultra-processed products, and require improved access to healthier options.

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AI versus Community Rights

December 19, 2025
Laniah Bowdery
Opinion, Read

In an opinion piece, News Team member Laniah Bowdery argues that citing a major data center in the historically minority community of Boxtown, Memphis, unfairly creates negative environmental and health impacts.

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Growing Up Online

December 19, 2025
Michelle Arauz
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In an opinion piece, News Team member Michelle Arauz argues that young people must be helped to step away from social media and invest in human connections.

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Fighting Superbugs the Wrong Way

December 18, 2025
Harrison Luba
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In an opinion piece, News Team member Harrison Luba argues that the solution to antibiotic resistance lies in undoing the off-target effects of antibiotics on harmless bacteria.

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Politicizing Science

December 18, 2025
Collin France
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In an opinion piece, News Team member Collin France argues that the politicization of science has negative impacts on public health.

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The Path to Universal Healthcare

December 17, 2025
Clara Silvestri
Opinion, Read

In an opinion piece, News Team member Clara Silvestri argues that universal healthcare is a human right and this idea can bring politicians and voters into agreement on healthcare reform.

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A Gendered Tax on Biology

December 16, 2025
Emily Zhou
Opinion, Read

In an opinion piece, News Team member Emily Zhou argues for period products to be more affordable and accessible, instead of being taxed as a luxury item.

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