Category Archives: Medicine

COVID-19: Transmission and Operation

Author: Rushil Dua.
“The coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) is a disease that has defined 2020, turning what we had all imagined this year to be on its head. This disease is caused by a virus known as SARS-CoV-2 . While many simply know it to be a virus that is transmitted through air droplets, what exactly does that mean? How is the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus transmitted to the body, and what does it do on a molecular level? To develop a better understanding of the virus, this article will discuss its mode of transmission, structure, and mechanism of action.”

Modern Day Vaccinations and the Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine

Author: Cassandra Lee.

“As the world is plagued by COVID-19, scientists around the world are scrambling to find a vaccination for this deadly virus. While delving into the chemistry behind how vaccines really work, this article also provides insight into what the future may hold for a possible COVID-19 vaccine.”

How Oral Health is Just as Important as Overall Health

Author: Farah Farhat
“Have you ever gone a year without visiting a general practitioner? If so, you’re part of the 7% of Canadians that don’t [1]! However if you’ve gone a year without visiting a dentist, you’re 1 of 9,397,500 million Canadians (i.e 25% of the population) that don’t [2]. Quite alarming, isn’t it?”

The Challenges of being a Visible Minority in Medicine: An Interview with Dr. Nahla

By: Dina Babiker.
“Dr. Nahla is an aspiring psychiatrist beginning her residency this year. She is passionate about mental health and has recently started using social media platforms to share her experiences as a Muslim woman in medicine. From topics such as navigating clinical exams while wearing a hijab to creating conversations around mental health, Nahla has been using her platforms to educate and create an accepting environment for her viewers.”

The Future of Artificial Intelligence

Author: Jasmine Kokkat. “There have been many technological advancements in various aspects of healthcare particularly with respect to artificial intelligence. From cancer diagnosis to image analysis, artificial intelligence uses complex algorithms and pattern recognition methods that enable it to play a significant role in the world of clinical diagnosis. The applications of AI have led to many discoveries of seemingly unsolvable problems in the past decade and researchers are currently yielding many more innovative applications.”