Health Journalism and Addiction
In an opinion piece, News Team member Yiying Zhang argues for journalists to humanize patients going through addiction instead of portraying them with negative stereotypes.
Health Beyond the Blog: Want to Live Healthier? Take a Scroll Through Nutrition TikTok
Chaya Tong recommends following nutritionist Lucie Baker, whose daily posts offer not only mouthwatering recipes but also valuable insights into nutrition, skincare, and crafting well-balanced meals. With an abundance of content ranging from cooking tutorials to daily routines, Lucie Baker became an invaluable resource for maintaining a healthy lifestyle during quarantine.
Health Beyond the Blog: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Caroline Hansen suggests watching John Oliver on 'Last Week Tonight' for a straightforward take on how abortion rights in the U.S. have changed after the Dobbs v. Jackson ruling. Oliver breaks down everything from states banning abortion to the bigger impact this decision has on society and politics.
Health Beyond the Blog: The Retrievals – A Discussion of Women’s Pain
Gillian Feinglass urges readers to tune into 'The Retrievals,' a gripping five-part podcast detailing the experiences of up to 200 patients at the Yale University Fertility Clinic. Subjected to agonizing egg retrieval procedures without painkillers due to a nurse's deceit, these women faced not only physical trauma but also the dismissive attitudes of the very professionals trusted to care for them.
Health Beyond the Blog: The Huberman Lab
Cora Bainum recommends tuning into 'The Huberman Lab' podcast for a grounded and scientifically-backed insight into health and science. Hosted by Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist from Stanford's School of Medicine, the show masterfully balances in-depth science with relatable real-life examples.
Health Beyond the Blog: Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell
News Team member Saif Hossain champions the transformative power of scientific animation platforms like "Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell" on YouTube. Dive into how animations are reshaping not just exam preparations but fostering deeper curiosity-driven learning.