Health and Wellness
Even doctors call my son’s rare disease by the wrong name
The ongoing debate within my family's rare disease community regarding the use of the eponym Niemann-Pick has recently escalated into a heated conflict. The eponym Niemann-Pick originates from Alfred Niemann's…
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Bill Nye, Science Guy, speaks out on ataxia
Bill Nye the Science Guy is making a temporary rebranding as "Bill Nye the Ataxia Advocate Guy" to bring awareness…
Researchers find high school IQ predicts drinking habits
A recent study conducted by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found a correlation between a person's IQ during…
New Research Provides Clues About Cause Of Long Covid
Researchers have recently made a significant discovery regarding long Covid, a condition that affects individuals for months after their initial…
A casualty of encampment sweeps: homeless people’s health
California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently allocated $130.7 million to local governments to address homelessness, specifically for clearing encampments. This decision…
Living in a redlined neighborhood in 1940 was a risk factor for premature death, and the disparity persists today
The impact of redlining on neighborhoods in the 1940s is still being felt today, with residents of redlined areas facing…
This Startup’s Chips Might Make AI A Lot Cheaper
The latest edition of The Prototype brings a mix of cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking research. From chips designed for AI…
As Eli Lilly, compounders battle over weight loss drugs, patients may lose out
There’s a war brewing over blockbuster weight loss medications — and patients are now getting caught in the crossfire. Last week,…
Vaccine uptake influenced by politics and socioeconomics, study finds
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light various disparities in vaccination rates based on political affiliation and socioeconomic factors. A…