By: Paige Bond Movement requires communication between both muscles and nerves. At the neuromuscular junction (Figure 1), nerves release a chemical messenger, acetylcholine, which binds to specific receptors on muscle cells to trigger muscle contraction. Disrupting the activity of the acetylcholine receptors can lead to muscle weakness or the inability to voluntarily contract muscles at … Continue reading Moving beyond COVID: mRNA Steps into CAR T cell therapy for Myasthenia Gravis
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Alice Ball: The Black Woman Who Found the First Treatment for Leprosy
By: Jay Kang We all like to think that incredible people are acknowledged based on merit, but unfortunately, we do not have the power to choose how we’re remembered after death, if at all. Alice Ball was a young, Black American woman who died from her work in creating the first treatment for leprosy, a … Continue reading Alice Ball: The Black Woman Who Found the First Treatment for Leprosy
Reprogramming your defenses— autoimmune disease and a “small” potential therapy
By Niesha Savory Think for a moment and see if you recognize any of the disorders listed here: type 1 diabetes, lupus (SLE), Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Crohn’s Disease. Perhaps you heard of them through classes, readings, or a drug commercial as the jolliest people ever dance behind the catalog of brutal side … Continue reading Reprogramming your defenses— autoimmune disease and a “small” potential therapy
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): An Unexpected Consequence of Long COVID
By Emily Haar Six years have passed since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the initial COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic, and daily life came to a screeching halt across the globe. Despite the return to normalcy in more recent years, many individuals are still living with long-term consequences of this disease, especially those who have … Continue reading Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): An Unexpected Consequence of Long COVID
Not a Death Wish – An Immune Response: How Ants Fight Disease
By: Habiba Abdelhalim In many animal societies – including humans! – illness can affect more than just the individual that becomes sick. Diseases can spread rapidly amongst members of a group, especially when animals live closely together. Humans regularly implement strategies to mitigate this spread: we stay home when contagious, avoid sick people, and sometimes … Continue reading Not a Death Wish – An Immune Response: How Ants Fight Disease
GLP-1s are everywhere, but why?
By: Ceyda Yalcin You’ve probably heard of Ozempic, or semaglutide: the celebrity-endorsed, weight-loss drug that has taken the world by storm. Originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, these medications, scientifically known as glucagon-like-peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA), are now being explored for their potential to treat a range of conditions from substance use disorder to … Continue reading GLP-1s are everywhere, but why?
Friends, Food, and Fighters: How Biotics Shape Your Microbiome
By: Jenny Lausch As humans, we are composed of more bacterial cells than human cells.1 These bacteria take up residency in our mouth, skin, and intestines from the day a person is born and establish a cooperative relationship with their human host that allows them to persist over time. These co-evolved strains make up the … Continue reading Friends, Food, and Fighters: How Biotics Shape Your Microbiome
Creatine Isn’t Just for Muscles — It’s for Your Brain, Body, and More
By Jessenia Chavez What if one of the most studied supplements in sports science… wasn’t just for athletes? Creatine has long been associated with gym-goers and bodybuilders looking to pack on muscle. But a growing mound of research shows that its benefits extend far beyond the weight room. From improving brain energy metabolism to supporting … Continue reading Creatine Isn’t Just for Muscles — It’s for Your Brain, Body, and More
Raw Milk: A Game of White Russian Roulette
By Christina McAninch Figure 1. White, luscious, and perfect for bacterial growth. Source: Women's Healthcare Once upon a time, drinking milk was a game of Russian roulette. Prior to the 1800s, milk was produced in small dairies as close as possible to the consumer, minimizing transportation time while maximizing freshness and reducing the risk of … Continue reading Raw Milk: A Game of White Russian Roulette
Want to read an article about electrolytes? Na, K then.
By Gaelyn Lyons The other weekend, I took a trip to Target, my place of solace and self-care. As I passed the personal care aisle, I noticed a sale on Liquid IV, my go-to electrolyte powder for pre-run hydration. As I browsed the different aisles, I noticed bottles of Gatorade, packets of powdered Propel, and … Continue reading Want to read an article about electrolytes? Na, K then.
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