Dengue is a viral infection that is spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. It mostly is asymptomatic, meaning it doesn’t present any symptoms. The most common symptoms in dengue are a high fever, headaches, and body aches that last a couple weeks. Most people do not need hospital care for this illness.  However, some people who develop severe dengue face more risky symptoms and may need to be hospitalized. This often occurs in people who have been infected

On my trip to New York City over the summer, I had the opportunity to visit Smallpox Memorial Hospital on Roosevelt Island in Manhattan. Although it is now an ivy covered medial style ruin, brightly lit at night to symbolize regality and sinisterness, it used to be the first hospital in the country to receive patients with smallpox. Due to the arrival of infected immigrants at Ellis Island, there was an increase in the amount of people with smallpox in the early 1800s. It wa

From the food we eat to the air we breathe, our society has become reliant on modern innovations and this has led to plastic being a permanent guest in our homes, and consequently, our bodies.  Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, typically less than 5 millimeters in size, that result from the breakdown of larger plastic products or are manufactured intentionally, such as microbeads in cosmetics. Because they are so small, they can travel through water, air, and even our

Cancer is a complicated disease that happens when genetic changes make cells grow uncontrollably. These changes can come from a mix of inherited genes, exposure to harmful substances, infections, and lifestyle habits. Research shows that cancer comes from many factors working together over time. Although family history plays a part, choices like smoking, exposure to harmful chemicals, and diet may have more of an impact on cancer risk. The way these factors interact makes it

What is a stroke? A stroke, medically known as a cerebrovascular accident, occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients...

Nearly 40% of Americans did not utilize medical care in the United States, and this number is greater in other parts of the world....

Lahaina is a historic town in the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii. In the first week of August 2023, this town faced an urban wildfire. Summer in Hawaii is the dry season, meaning that Maui specifically, with its vast mountains and valleys full of greenery is a prime spot for fires. Dry, hot, weather provides a foundation for extreme wildfires while dehydrated plants and high wind speeds add fuel. So what makes a fire be wild? A wildfire is any uncontrolled or unpredictable

Exploration of Healthcare dataset from Kaggle and Data Analytics using R

What is mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that affects mesothelium, a tissue protecting the internal organs,...

Hey everyone, sorry for the short hiatus. I had a bit of studying up to do for AP exams and finals but I am back, and here to stay! What...

Hello All, I am back again after an unexpected break. It’s been a while since I’ve written anything because my grandfather passed away...

In the history of medicine, vaccines have always played a helpful, and somewhat interesting, role in eradicating many illnesses. 1796,...

Here, I wrote a post about COVID-19 as I experienced in 2020. Even though my life didn’t change as much as people who tested positive for...