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The Silent Killer: Ovarian Cancer
Most cases are discovered at later stages due to its difficult detection, which is why ovarian cancer is often termed ‘The Silent Killer’...
Dina Babiker
3 min read
The Bystander Effect
The bystander effect is a simple concept: when in an emergency situation, observers are more likely to take action if there are few or no...
Kaz Shuji
6 min read
Exploring Nonverbal Communication
Author: Kaz Shuji “Actions speak louder than words.” What exactly does this mean in the context of interpersonal communication? When we...
Kaz Shuji
9 min read
Music and the Brain: Cerebral Activity in Patients with Neurological Disorders
Does listening to music have any effect on the brain? Research has shown that music can positively impact the brain whether it is evoking...
Jasmine Kokkat
5 min read
What happens to your brain when you learn a language?
Author: Rushil Dua Language is a crucial part of the human experience — our shared innate nature. It provides us with a frame of...
Rushil Dua
4 min read
The Impact of COVID-19 on Elective Procedures in Ontario
“…the cancellation of elective procedures and preservation of essential materials, as a result of the pandemic, will have a lasting...
Grace Gillis
3 min read
The Shocking Truth About “The Father of Gynecology”
“You may have heard of James Marion Sims with the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement, especially since conversations surrounding...
Hadeel Alhadi
3 min read
COVID-19: Transmission and Operation
“…prior knowledge has greatly helped researchers in determining the functions of the different proteins present on the viral envelope of...
Rushil Dua
6 min read
What is Art Therapy?
“Art therapy has demonstrated various benefits, including amongst those populations with dementia and disabilities [4]. It has also shown...
Varsa Murugesu
4 min read
Modern Day Vaccinations and the Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine
“As the world is plagued by COVID-19, scientists around the world are scrambling to find a vaccination for this deadly virus. While...
Cassandra Lee
5 min read
The Future of Artificial Intelligence
Integration of Technology and Health Care “…AI algorithms deploy far more accurate methods when combined with analysis from radiologists,...
Jasmine Kokkat
8 min read
Cultural Influences on Mental Health
“…mental health and culture have a complex relationship, and as such, it is necessary to remain mindful of the implications that come...
Arpana Wadhwani
4 min read
A Conversation with Dr. Tsang
“Dr. Tsang highlighted his view of training of the mind over training of the skills.” Author: Janna Radi From an elaborate explanation...
Janna Radi
2 min read
Understanding Internet Gaming Disorder
“IGD is based less on the number of hours dedicated to gaming, but rather the extent of compulsion to play…” Author: Rhea Verma There are...
Rhea Verma
7 min read
The Relationship Between Empathy and Burnout in Physicians and Medical Students
Author: Hadeel Alhadi Empathy is an important, yet an often misunderstood and neglected pillar in the physician-patient relationship. It...
Hadeel Alhadi
3 min read
COVID-19 Antibodies and Immunity
Our Immune System and COVID-19 Antibodies Author: Alison MacPhee With the number of resolved cases in Canada increasing and the number of...
Alison MacPhee
4 min read
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