We have all heard that the secret to a better brain lies in a diet rich with superfoods like fish oil, vitamins, power drinks, and antioxidants. But what are the truths behind these claims? […]
By Jason M. Satterfield, Ph.D., University of California, San Francisco To understand identity, look at it through the view of the iceberg exercise. Icebergs typically have […]
On this Episode of The Torch, host Ed Leon and professor Kimberlee Bethany Bonura examine the why, what, and how of stress management. Listen in, and learn how to overcome the negative impacts of stress in many positive ways. […]
We now have a moral obligation to use antibiotics more wisely than ever before. They are only beneficial under some circumstances, and have real risks of side effects. inappropriate use is leading to “superbugs” and a possible return to the pre-antibiotic era, where we will have no drugs to treat the pathogens. […]
By Anthony A. Goodman, M.D., Montana State University The immune response in a human’s immune system is remarkably complex, efficient, and profoundly fascinating. Investigate how this […]
The Influenza Pandemic of 1918 was one of the deadliest flu episodes ever. How can we learn from this outbreak and make sure we are prepared for the next pandemic event? […]
Here’s the message to take away – codeine is a terrible choice for treating children’s pain, and we ought to just stop using it. […]
With dry Winter weather comes the common nosebleed. Whether you are a child or adult, these tips will help treat and prevent those seasonal gushers. […]
Natural remedies – are they actually “natural” at all? Do they work like advertisers say they do? […]
Why do people believe that vaccines cause autism? Where did this myth originate, and why has it spread as truth? […]
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