Demystifying Medicine 2019 Videos
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Gender dysphoria: definition, diagnosis, treatment and challenges
December 21, 2019 by Nazlim Bilgi, Pirouz Emami, Irzam Gondal and Seyed Amirhossein PishvaExplores the mental disorder known as gender dysphoria. -
Harm reduction for opioids: A Canadian perspective
December 20, 2019 by Debbie, Soren, Farnia and SaminaLooks at the origins of the opioid crisis, the effects of stigma and how harm reduction can be implemented. -
Juul, who is she?
December 16, 2019 by Eden Raitman, Kesidha Raajakesary, Araniya Selvarajah, and Bilaal RasoolLooks at how vaping is harming the health of young people and how claims of it being a healthier alternative to smoking are not really true. -
What you need to know about cocaine
December 9, 2019 by Ava, Nour and NadiaProvides information about about how cocaine affects the body, treatment options, addiction and overdose. -
Ten facts about Adderall
December 9, 2019 by Marija Damjanovska, Sherry Feldman, Rammiyaa Devan, Raavi Parhar and Veronica SunbatyProvides information about Adderall, a drug that is prescribed for individuals with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, its use and misuse. -
On the line: Living with borderline personality disorder
December 9, 2019 by Ream Abdullah, Behrad Dehnadi, Praniya Elangainesan and Heather ZhaoProvides a personal account of how a university student navigates their day when living with BPD -
Exposing the imposter syndrome
December 9, 2019 by Vyshnavi Jeevanathan, Pegi Kaimi, Terry Li and Saranyaa MahendrarajanProvides information about what imposter syndrome is, how it relates to mental health, what treatments are available and what are its root causes. -
Meditate, don't frustrate
December 9, 2019 by Preeti, Arman, Vienne and ShwethaHighlights the history of meditation, its benefits for both mental and physical health, how it is practiced and future research. -
Over-the-counter drugs: The misuse of dextromethorphan (DXM)
December 9, 2019 by Kiran Mann, Maleeka Munroe, Krizalyn Jacinto, Christine Okoh, and Angela JooIncreases awareness of the risks involved with misusing DXM. -
Cannabis use for breast cancer
December 7, 2019 by Rachel Aubrey, Vaishna Kumaran, Pouriya Sadeghighazichaki and Jonah StandardInvestigates the potential benefits of using cannabis to combat breast cancer and cancer-induced pain -
Caffeine vs. alcohol: What happens when you mix the two?
December 7, 2019 by Albert Zhao, Athiraa Thamilselvan, Kristen Tam and Olivia WilsonUniversity students are interviewed about caffeine and alcohol consumption as well as about what they think happens when they mix them. -
Postpartum depression is real
December 7, 2019 by Alexandria Martin, Amandeep Sandhu, Momina Abbas and Nhi TranDescribes the symptoms of postpartum depression, its causes, risk factors and treatments options. -
Body dysmorphic disorder: When our eyes tell lies
December 7, 2019 by Abishna Jayasundararajah, Gurleen Bhogal, Shreya Singh and Alexandra LengyelWho body dysmorphic disorder affect? What does it looks like? Also provides information about self-harm, possible treatments and resources. -
Lets Talk: Therapy dogs and mental health
December 6, 2019 by Albert Huynh , Rishi Mohan, Pareesa Ali, Anjali Sharma and Natasha SkachaLooks at the effect therapy dogs have on the mental health of students in a university environment. -
The effects of exercise on mental illness
December 6, 2019 by Ava Oliaei, Nour Eddin Garada and Nadia ButtLooks at how exercise affects mental health, specifically for adult and elderly populations. -
How to beat the spice
December 1, 2019 by Angel, Sloane, Samar and NavneetLooks at the science behind spicy food, its potential impacts on our bodies, and methods to beat the spice. -
Understanding the scattered (ADHD) brain
December 1, 2019 by Abhiti Kuhad, Veronica Iskander, Sundas Ramzan and Nirushaa PathmanathanWhat is ADHD? What are the symptoms of ADD and ADHD? -
The genetics of addiction
December 1, 2019 by Michelle Armstrong, Mohammed Cassim, Tania Namrud, Suraj Brar and Daniela CarvalhoPresents information about how genes play a role in drug addiction. -
Chapter 1: The science behind Tinder
December 1, 2019 by Angel, Sloane, Samar and NavneetPresents information about using Tinder to find romantic and other social connections. -
Understanding anorexia
December 1, 2019 by Iman Adani, Amanpreet Singh, Maham Tariq, Hibo Rijal and Vysh SatyajitLooks at anorexia nervosa, one of the most lethal psychiatric disorders that manifests in physical, behavioural and psychological symptoms. -
PTSD: Into the darkness
December 1, 2019 by Sarmini Balakumar, Krisne Yogan, Anchana Kuganesan and Rajvir GodhianWhat is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? What causes it? What are the risk factors and symptoms associated with it? -
Breaking out the science of pimples
December 1, 2019 by Angel, Sloane, Samar and NavneetPresents information about acne, a common skin condition that often affects adolescents. -
Chapter 2: Creating the perfect profile on Tinder
December 1, 2019 by Angel, Sloane, Samar and NavneetSummarizes interesting literature about the psychology of Tinder profiles. -
Relative energy deficiency in sport
November 29, 2019 by Soren Meeuwisse, Debbie Kao, Farnia Khoshsorour, and Samina IdreesProvides information to aid in prevention, treatment and emotional support for relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). -
Aphasia: A loss of words, not thoughts
November 29, 2019 by Shreya Singh, Gurleen Bhogal, Abishna Jayasundararaja, and Alexandra LengyelExamines what it is like to live with "aphasia," a communication disorder that can occur after brain injury, most commonly stroke. -
Vaping is more harmful than you think
November 28, 2019 by Ava Oliaei, Nadia Butt and Nour-Eddin GaradaExplains what e-cigarettes are, how they work and how they affect health and the human body. -
Let's get cellular: Sickle cell anemia
November 28, 2019 by raniya Selvarajah, Bilaal Rasool, Kesidha Raajakesary and Eden RaitmanExplains the molecular mechanism of sickle cell anemia. -
An athlete’s heart: Fit but unhealthy? Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
November 28, 2019 by Marija Damjanovska, Sherry Feldman, Rammiyaa Devan, Raavi Parhar, Veronica SunbatyDiscusses hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a condition where heart disease leads to excessive thickening of the heart and can result in a heart attack due to strain. -
West Nile virus: Mechanisms and transmission
November 28, 2019 by Pouriya Sadeghighazichaki, Jonah Standard, Rachel Aubrey and Vaishna KumaranOverview of the underlying mechanisms of infection and transmission for West Nile virus. -
Strokes: Why we need to BE FAST
November 28, 2019 by Kristen Tam, Olivia Wilson, Albert Zhao and Athiraa ThamilselvanLearn about the new acronym, BE FAST, to help you identify a stroke. -
Taking the stress out of delirium
November 28, 2019 by Vyshnavi Satyajit, Hibo Rijal, Amanpreet Singh and Maham TariqLooks at the molecular pathway of delirium through aberrant stress responses by highlighting the saturation of corticoid receptors and homeostasis. -
Diabetic neuropathy: Honey, I can’t feel my feet
November 27, 2019 by Albert Huynh, Rishi Mohan, Pareesa Ali, Anjali Sharma and Natasha SkachaLooks at diabetic neuropathy, its possible symptoms and three hypothesized molecular pathways. -
Alzheimer's disease … What is it again?
November 27, 2019 by Alexandria Martin, Amandeep Sandhu, Momina Abbas and Nhi TranDiscusses the molecular mechanisms of the Alzheimer’s disease and describes the differences between it and dementia. -
Aspirin's act: How this drug can decide between life and death
November 27, 2019 by Rutam Pathak, Saahil Patel, Parmida Amid, Madison Mulcahy, and Aayman KarimExplains the mechanism of aspirin and how it can be used to prevent a heart attack or at times when a heart attack is occurring. -
Vaping: Thoughts and perceptions
November 27, 2019 by Albert Huynh, Rishi Mohan, Pareesa Ali, Anjali Sharma, and Natasha SkachaDiscusses different studies done on different aspects of vaping. -
Mad cow disease: Prions gone wild, a magic school bus parody
November 27, 2019 by Ream, Behrad, Praniya and HeatherHow prions become infectious, how they are created and how mad cow disease is caused. -
How to get vaccinated: A guide through vaccination
November 27, 2019 by Rutam Pathak, Saahil Patel, Parmida Amid, Madison Mulcahy, and Aayman KarimDiscusses what vaccines are and a misconception about vaccines that prevents many individuals from getting vaccinated. -
Washing out your gut … beneficial or harmful?
November 27, 2019 by Sundas, Abhiti, Veronica and NirushaaDiscusses claims made by proponents of colonics and explains why the science does not back them up. -
Mastitis: A guide for new mothers
November 27, 2019 by Rutam Pathak, Saahil Patel, Parmida Amid, Madison Mulcahy and Aayman KarimExplains the symptoms and mechanisms for mastitis, an inflammation of breast tissue that sometimes involves an infection. -
The nervous case of multiple sclerosis
November 27, 2019 by Arman Shahi, Vienne Yung, Preeti Minhas and Shweta KamathOverview of multiple sclerosis, molecular mechanisms, symptoms, methods of diagnosis, treatment and future research directions. -
Think fast: Anaphyl-ACT-xis
November 27, 2019 by Vyshnavi Jeevananthan, Pegi Kaimi, Terry Li and Saranyaa MahendrarajanWhat is anaphylactic shock is, what are the general signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis, and what happens at a molecular level when an individual goes through an anaphylactic episode. -
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Missing pieces of a broken heart
November 26, 2019 by Michelle Armstrong, Mohammed Cassim, Tania Namrud, Suraj Brar and Daniela CarvalhoProvides information broken heart syndrome that has symptoms similar to those of a heart attack, occurring in response to physical or emotional stress. -
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What exactly is fibromyalgia?
November 26, 2019 by Kiran Mann, Maleeka Munroe, Krizalyn Jacinto, Christine Okoh and Angela JooProvides information about fibromyalgia including causes, symptoms, underlying molecular mechanisms and treatment. -
Are cell phones harmful to children?
November 25, 2019 by Sandra Yousif, Hajer Nakua, Nimi Patel and Nivy PattathilDiscusses the relationship between the use of other electronic devices such as cell phones and the health of children. -
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Kawasaki disease: A search for answers
November 24, 2019 by Kiran Mann, Maleeka Munroe, Krizalyn Jacinto, Christine Okoh and Angela JooProvides information about Kawasaki disease including signs, symptoms, treatments and coping strategies. -
Fact or myth: Does social media enhance narcissism
November 14, 2019 by Vyshnavi Jeevanathan, Pegi Kaimi, Terry Li and Saranyaa MahendrarajanIdentify the reasons why individuals seek social media influencers for acceptance, the negative and positive impacts and the psychology behind marketing brands. -
Vaping-induced lung illnesses
November 14, 2019 by Nazlim Bilgi, Pirouz Emami, Irzam Gondal andSeyed Amirhossein PishvaLooks at the lung illnesses that may be caused by the use of vapes -
The scoop on poop: Fecal microbiota transplants
November 14, 2019 by Alexandria Martin, Amandeep Sandhu, Momina Abbas and Nhi TranLooks at fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) to treat imbalances in our microbiome. -
What's your sleep animal?
November 14, 2019 by Aiza, Siena, Nivethan and ShawnLearn how your sleep animal (wolf, lion, bear or dolphin) can affect your daily life. -
Draw my life: How I almost died from taking birth control
November 14, 2019 by Marija Damjanovska, Sherry Feldman, Rammiyaa Devan, Raavi Parhar and Veronica SunbatyExplores the relationship between birth control pills and blood clotting as well as with inherited diseases. -
Under the influence: The power of social media influencers
November 14, 2019 by Abishna Jayasundararajah, Gurleen Bhogal, Shreya Singh and Alexandra LengyelIdentify the reasons why individuals seek social media influencers for acceptance, the negative and positive impacts and the psychology behind marketing brands. -
Leber congenital amaurosis: Can CRISPR cure genetic blindness?
November 14, 2019 by Iman Adani, Amanpreet Singh, Maham Tariq, Hibo Rijal and Vysh SatyajitLooks at a clinical trial that uses CRISPR technology to cure a type of genetic blindness called Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA). -
Bacteriophages: Is medicine going viral?
November 13, 2019 by Michelle Armstrong, Mohammed Cassim, Tania Namrud, Suraj Brar and Daniela CarvalhoLooks at the structure of bacteriophages, their mode of action and their potential to treat bacterial infections. -
Juice cleanses: Fad or rad?
November 13, 2019 by Shwetha Kamath, Preeti Minhas, Vienne Yung, Arman ShahiPresents information about the juice cleanse diet, the claimed upsides, and the evidence-based downsides. -
Why are cancer rates rising?
November 13, 2019 by Michelle Armstrong, Mohammed Cassim, Tania Namrud, Suraj Brar and Daniela CarvalhoLooks at leading theories regarding why are cancer rates rising. -
Freshman fifteen: Fact or fiction?
November 12, 2019 by Kiran Mann, Maleeka Munroe, Krizalyn Jacinto, Christine Okoh and Angela JooAddresses the validity of the freshman fifteen myth that students tend to gain weight upon entering university. -
Sports-related concussions: What’s going on in my head?
November 12, 2019 by Sarmini Balakumar, Rajvir Godhian, Anchana Kuganesan and Krisne YoganathanProvides information about the psychological impacts associated with sports-related concussions. -
Intermittent fasting: Effective or just a fad?
November 12, 2019 by Debbie, Soren, Farnia and SaminaLooks at intermittent fasting such as the 16:8 pattern of limiting eating to eight hours a day. -
Moving beyond meat
November 12, 2019 by Pouriya Sadeghighazichaki, Jonah Standard, Rachel Aubrey and Vaishna KumaranEducates about plant-based meat alternatives and the effects of consumption patterns on the environment. -
The truth behind the Kylie Lip Challenge
November 12, 2019 by students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesLooks at the risks and the sociocultural, psychological, and biological issues related to plumping lips for cosmetic reasons. -
Through the eyes of someone with social anxiety disorder
November 12, 2019 by Nadia Butt, Nour-Eddin Garada and Ava OliaeiIllustrates what social anxiety disorder is and what it’s like for someone to have SAD. -
Dairy free, eh?
November 12, 2019 by Bilaal Rasool, Kesidha Raajakesary, Araniya Selvarajah and Eden RaitmanLooks at the positives and negatives of dairy on the body, as well as some plausible dairy alternatives. -
Dementia: Can your brain keep up with the game?
October 28, 2019 by Marija Damjanovska, Sherry Feldman, Rammiyaa Devan, Raavi Parhar, Veronica SunbatyDo brain games have a direct, positive effect on cognitive functioning? -
Putting on your sensory breaks … How to deal with motion sickness
October 28, 2019 by Rutam Pathak, Saahil Patel, Parmida Amid, Madison Mulcahy and Aayman KarimLooks at the mechanisms of motion sickness and why it affects a third of the population. -
How to: Vegan
October 28, 2019 by Kesidha Raajakesary, Araniya Selvarajah, Bilaal Rasool and Eden RaitHow to become vegan and how will it effect your health. -
Antivax: A story
October 28, 2019 by Albert Huynh, Rishi Mohan, Pareesa Ali, Anjali Sharma and Natasha SkachaLooks at the perspectives and public policymaking regarding vaccines. -
The real tea on CBT
October 28, 2019 by Abhiti Kuhad, Veronica Iskander, Sundas Ramzan and, Nirushaa PathmanathanExplains the science of cognitive behavioural therapy and answers questions about it. -
Can I drive high?
October 28, 2019 by Vysh Satyajit, Hibo Rijal, Iman Adani, Maham Tariq and Amanpreet SinghLooks at how to define and identify cannabis impairment while driving. -
36 Questions with an ex-caffeine addict
October 28, 2019 by Kiran Mann, Maleeka Monroe, Krizalyn Jacinto, Christine Okoh and Angela JooAddresses gaps in knowledge about coffee and encourages people to be more aware of its effects. -
Understanding miscarriages
October 28, 2019 by Alexandria Martin, Amandeep Sandhu, Momina Abbas and Nhi TranProvides information about miscarriages and causes including chromosomal abnormalities, ectopic pregnancies and medical conditions. -
The most common STI in the world: HPV
October 28, 2019 by Nazlim Bilgi, Pirouz Emami, Irzam Gondal, and Seyed Amirhossein PishvaProvides an understanding of how HPV is transmitted, the health effects it can lead to, as well as prevention and treatment. -
Can the ketogenic diet help treat cancer?
October 28, 2019 by Shreya Singh, Gurleen Bhogal, Abishna Jayasundararaja and Alexandra LengyelExplores the benefits and drawbacks of using the keto diet to slow cancer progression. -
Don't sleep on sleep apnea
October 28, 2019 by Vienne, Preeti, Shwetha and ArmanProvides information about obstructive sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder that often goes unnoticed due to its unclear signs and symptoms. -
Death by pasta: Should I still eat my leftovers?
October 28, 2019 by Kristen Tam, Olivia Wilson, Athiraa Thamilselvan and Albert ZhaoLooks at the biological conditions behind a young man's death after eating spoiled pasta and answers the question about the safety of eating leftovers. -
The world of animal cloning
October 28, 2019 by Pouriya Sadeghi, Jonah Standard, Rachel Aubrey and Vaishna KumaranOutlines the process and mechanisms used for cloning animals. -
VERTIGO: A topic that'll make your head spin
October 26, 2019 by Vyshnavi Jeevananthan, Pegi Kaimi, Terry Li and Saranyaa MahendrarajanAn introduction to vertigo, the vestibular system and how and an imbalance of the inner ear causes the disease. -
Migraines 101
October 26, 2019 by Sarmini Balakumar, Krisne Yogan, Anchana Kuganesan and Rajvir GodhianExplores migraine phases, symptoms, common treatments as well as new treatment options. -
Fecal microbiota transplants: One man's trash is another man's treasure
October 25, 2019 by Soren, Farnia, Debbie, and SaminaLooks at obesity and gut microbiota, how they may be linked and how fecal microbiota transplants may be a treatment for obesity. -
Anabolic steroids: Pain or gain?
October 25, 2019 by Mohammed Cassim, Tania Namrud, Michelle Armstrong, Daniella Carvalho, and Suraj Brar.Looks at anabolic steroids, and its effect on the people who use it, and how society influences its use. -
It's never lupus … until it is!
September 24, 2019 by Inna Ushcatz, Jill Northrup, Ikra Saeed and Olivia KohlmaierSymptoms and diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus, commonly known as lupus -
A new way to tackle malaria … Using spit!
May 25, 2019 by Najih Shabir, Viraj Sharma, Gabrielle Retta and Abanoob TawadrousMalaria prevalence, worldwide eradication efforts, saliva-based rapid diagnostic tests and HRP2 deletion mutations in P. falciparum -
Radiation oncology demystified
May 9, 2019 by students from McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesHow radiation is used to treat cancer, how radiation is delivered, what it feels like and common questions from patients. -
Radiotherapy: Finding what works for YOU
May 5, 2019 by Katie, Ebuka, Foluso and LaynaProvides information for patients undergoing cancer treatment about the development of personalized radiotherapy. -
"Male Pill" — A potential birth control?
May 4, 2019 by students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesExplores the male birth control drug, what is known about it at this time, its benefits, risks and a comparison with the female birth control pill. -
Journey into the world of prosthetics
May 2, 2019 by Erika Opingari, Brenton Wong, Coomal Rashid, Healey Schulman and Kavena SivakumarPresents an introduction to prosthetics and a tour of a prosthetic department. -
Dissociative identity disorder
April 21, 2019 by students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesDissociative identity disorder is characterized by the presence of two or more distinct or split identities or personality states that continually have power over the person's behaviour. -
Are you a compulsive buyer?
April 16, 2019 by Najih Shabir, Viraj Sharma, Gabrielle Retta and Abanoob TawadrousDiscusses compulsive buying disorder (CBD), which is classified as an obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorder, more specifically an impulse control disorder. -
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What is abnormal psychology?
April 10, 2019 by Gina Nguyen, Mirette Mounir and Sarah MuirDr. Richard Day, an associate professor of psychology at McMaster University, talks about the field of abnormal psychology.
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The radiation oncology series: How is breast cancer is treated with radiation?
April 10, 2019 by students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesIntroduction to breast cancer and radiation treatment for breast cancer. -
What is dissociative identity disorder (DID)?
April 10, 2019 by Gina Nguyen, Mirette Mounir and Sarah MuirDr. Richard Day talks about dissociative identity disorder (DID). -
BanderSTRESS: An undergraduate adventure
April 9, 2019 by Gurinder Sandhu, Krishna Shah, Sparsh Sheth and Peyton SmithLooks at the mental health challenges students face when adjusting to university life. -
The truth about Juuling
April 8, 2019 by Ali Shah Imtiaz, Matthew Lam, Amanda Moerahoe, Arshdeep Grewal and Angad MakhniHow Juuling affects high school students -
Backpacks … A student’s frenemy
April 8, 2019 by Ezza Jalil, Maryam Heba, Shaheer Jah and Shaya ZhangHow heavy backpacks can lead to acute back pain. -
Debunking vaccine myths
April 7, 2019 by Najih Shabir, Viraj Sharma, Gabrielle Retta and Abanoob TawadrousMyths around vaccination, the problem of vaccine hesitancy and the arguments -
Friend or foe: Does sunscreen cause skin cancer?
April 7, 2019 by Kavena Sivakumar, Alice Nassar, Halla Rahman, Waleed Dhillon and Elise MacLeanAddresses common misconceptions about sunscreen and skin cancer. -
SAD: The truth about seasonal affective disorder
April 1, 2019 by Linda Weng, Sabra Salim, Claudia Visca and Pooja SreeranganDiscusses the symptoms, effects and treatments for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). -
Loneliness
April 1, 2019 by students of McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesLooks at how loneliness affects longevity, physical health, mental health and emotional well-being. -
Adderall addiction
April 1, 2019 by students from McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesLooks at the effect of Adderall on the body and the brain -
Keep off the grass: Can cannabis affect your mental health?
April 1, 2019 by Ripley Antonacci, Sehar Arfeen, Monica Chu and Sabrin SalimLooks at the association between cannabis and mental health and how cannabis affects depression, anxiety and schizophrenia. -
Internet addiction: Is it all in your brain?
April 1, 2019 by Ezza Jalil, Maryam Heba, Shaheer Jah and Shaya ZhangNegative effects of internet addiction and treatment with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) -
Medical marijuana: Know a lot about your pot!
April 1, 2019 by Yosi Lapido, Narmin Mortagy, Faiz Mumtaz and Elaine NguyenProvides introduction to cannabis and medical research about it. -
A day-in-the-life of depression
March 31, 2019 by Ebuka, Katie, Foluso and LaynaDiscusses the symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) and how it manifests in the daily life of a person. -
Dissociative identity disorder: Abnormal psychology professor reviews the movie SPLIT (Part 1)
March 31, 2019 by Gina Nguyen, Mirette Mounir and Sarah MuirIn this video, abnormal psychology professor Dr. Richard Day talks about the depiction of dissociative identity disorder (DID) in the movie Split. -
Dissociative identity disorder: Abnormal psychology professor reviews the movie SPLIT (Part 2)
March 31, 2019 by Gina Nguyen, Mirette Mounir and Sarah MuirDr. Richard Day continues his talk about the depiction of dissociative identity disorder (DID) in the movie Split. -
The many faces of a PhD: Insights into becoming a research scientist and beyond
March 25, 2019 by Sonia Padwal, project manager, McMaster Immunology Research Centre- Knowledge Translation
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The food allergy affair
March 18, 2019 by Zoe Bustard, Navjot Sidhu, Braveena Vignarajah and Srikar YelamartiLooks into the increasing numbers of life-threatening food allergies. -
Genetic testing: Is it worth surrendering your saliva?
March 18, 2019 by Ebuka, Katie, Foluso and LaynaEvaluates the value of direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing. -
Aw shoot, why is it so cute?
March 18, 2019 by Ezza Jalil, Maryam Heba, Shaheer Jah and Shaya ZhangExplores the emotion of cuteness, its origins, its effects on the brain, its evolutionary aspect and cute aggression. -
A cure for peanut allergy?
March 18, 2019 by students of McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesEvaluates potential cure for peanut allergies -
Do I got the Lyme?
March 18, 2019 by Students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesPromotes general awareness of Lyme disease and the need to check yourself for ticks when hiking -
Maternal immune activation: Does getting sick hurt your baby?
March 18, 2019 by Linda Weng, Sabra Salim, Pooja Sreerangan and Claudia Visca-SantiniExamines maternal immune activation and its implications for fetal development. -
The revolution: 3D printing and face transplants
March 18, 2019 by Gurinder Sandhu, Krishna Shah, Sparsh Sheth and Peyton SmithLooks into the applications of 3D printing in the medical field, such using it to provide face transplants. -
Double trouble: Twins you haven't heard about
March 18, 2019 by Ripley Antonacci, Sehar Arfeen, Monica Chu and Sabrin SalimProvides information about semi-identical twins, a third type of twin whose genetic similarity exists somewhere between fraternal and identical twins. -
Temperature and sperm count: Is it too hot down there?
March 18, 2019 by Linda Weng, Sabra Salim, Claudia Visca and Pooja SreeranganDiscusses the effects of temperature on sperm count and quality. -
Your brain in love!
March 16, 2019 by Niharika Verma, Harshil Chudasama, Ray Dir and Smyrna GudaguntiLooks at types of love and its chemical and biological effects in the human brain and body. -
What to expect at a genetic counselling appointment
March 15, 2019 by Sarah Muir, Gina Nguyen, Mirette Mounir and Amandeep NagiInforms patients about what to expect when consulting a genetic counsellor and how to prepare for an appointment. -
More beef, less beans
March 5, 2019 by Zoe Bustard, Navjot Sidhu, Braveena Vignarajah and Srikar YelamartiLearn about how incorporating more plant-based protein like beans can contribute to a healthier you and a healthier planet. -
I'm losing my hearing and here's why!
March 5, 2019 by Faiz Mumtaz, Narmin Mortagy, Elaine Nguyen and Yosi LadipoExplains noise-induced hearing loss. -
Burning issue: Does SPF value matter?
March 5, 2019 by Ripley Antonacci, Sehar Arfeen, Monica Chu and Sabrin SalimExamines the topic of SPF, how most people do not apply sunscreen properly and how most skin cancers are caused by DNA damage from the sun's ultraviolet rays. -
CRISPR gene-editing: Is "nobody’s perfect" an outdated saying?
March 4, 2019 by Ezza Jalil, Maryam Heba, Shaheer Jah and Shaya ZhangExplains gene editing, looks at how CRISPR works and addresses myths and ethical concerns. -
Perfectionism and student health: The cause of all our problems
March 2, 2019 by students from McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesLooks at the perfectionism amoung university students and its effects on mental health. -
TICKTALK: Ticks and Lyme disease
March 2, 2019 by Niharika Verma, Ray Husain, Harshil Chudasama and Smyrna GudaguntiPromotes general awareness of Lyme disease and the need to check yourself for ticks when hiking -
Using artificial intelligence for dignity therapy in palliative care
March 2, 2019 by Aidan Giangregorio, Zohair Iqbal and Amina PatelLooks at using artificial intelligence to deliver dignity therapy to individuals in palliative care. -
Video-based mobile application for perioperative patient education
March 2, 2019 by Mahnoor Waseem, Scott Currie, Sankavi Muralitharan and Vanessa BoudreauLooks at the use of a mobile health application to educate patients about upcoming surgeries. -
Keto diets: Are they safe?
March 2, 2019 by students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesEvaluates the ketogenic diet for safety and effectiveness in weight loss. -
Let's patch this up: Alopecia areata
February 27, 2019 by students for McMaster University's Demystifying Medicine Seminar SeriesLooks at alopecia areata and potential treatments for the condition. -
Ice baths are not cool
February 27, 2019 by Gurinder Sandhu, Krishna Shah, Sparsh Sheth and Peyton SmithEvaluates the effectiveness of taking ice baths after strenuous physical activity such as athletic events. -
Crash course 101: Artificial intelligence in medicine
February 26, 2019 by Elaine, Faiz, Narmin and YosiExplains what artificial intelligence is, how it is used in healthcare and concerns associated with its technological advancement. -
The chlamydia song
February 25, 2019 by Linda Weng, Sabra Salim, Claudia Visca and Pooja SreeranganLooks at symptoms, consequences, methods of treatment and ways to prevent chlamydia. -
Join the resistance against antibiotic resistance!
February 25, 2019 by Gurinder Sandhu, Krishna Shah, Sparsh Sheth, and Peyton SmithHow antibiotic resistance works and what everyone can do to get involved. -
X-rays: Yay or nay
February 25, 2019 by Zoe Bustard, Navjot Sidhu, Braveena Vignarajah and Srikar YelamartiLooks at how x-rays are used to diagnose, treat and identify medical conditions. -
Snap crackle pop: ASMR and misophonia
February 25, 2019 by Ripley Antonacci, Sehar Arfeen, Monica Chu and Sabrin SalimLooks at misophonia, a disorder where trigger sounds evoke physical or emotional responses. -
Constructive feedback: The do’s and don'ts
February 25, 2019 by Ebuka, Katie, Foluso and LaynaDemonstrates how to give constructive feedback, focusing on body language, tone of voice and specific models.
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