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Fear Of Missing Out – Psychological Bind

By: Eric Ji, Journalist
Fear of missing out (FOMO) is a psychological term used by psychologists to describe a specific marketing system and phenomenon commonly used in video games. In medical practices, FOMO is described as a situation when someone wants to continuously follow what others are doing.
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Somniloquy – Sleep Talking

By: Eric Ji, Journalist
Sleep talking is a sleeping disorder when one speaks when they are sleeping. This occurrence most commonly happens in adolescent years.
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Iron-Deficiency Anemia

Iron-Deficiency Anemia

By: Daniel Do, Journalist
Iron-deficiency anemia, the most common type of anemia, develops when your body lacks sufficient iron to operate. Iron is mainly digested in the duodenum and jejunum of the small intestine.
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Tuberculosis – The World’s Top Contagious Killer

By: Victoria Neacsu, Journalist
Tuberculosis - or TB -  is a bacteria that is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. TB is a highly contagious disease and although it is curable, nearly 1.5 million people die of this disease yearly.
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Hand Dryers

Hand Dryers

By: Christine Nguyen, Journalist
Washing your hands after using the bathroom is an important part of hygiene, and drying your hands is crucial as well. There have been many debates on whether paper towels or hand dryers are better for drying hands, however, research has found that hand dryers may not be as effective at eliminating germs as you may assume.
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The Man in the Iron Lung

The Man in the Iron Lung

By: Anna Statz, Journalist
Paul Richard Alexander has lived in the iron lung for over seventy years. The iron lung is a tube-like device that covers every part of the body except the head.
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Gas Stoves

By: Christine Nguyen, Journalist
Stoves have changed over time and many families have switched from old gas stoves to electric and induction stoves. Many believe that electric and induction stoves are better for the health of people and the environment.
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Biodegradable Pesticide Sensor

By: Bryan Xi, Journalist
Hundreds of millions of pounds of pesticide have been used to kill pests like mosquitoes and rats nationwide. Despite these millions of pounds, only about half of the pesticides used reach their intended target.
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The Impact of Poverty on the U.S.

By: Kairui Zhao, Journalist
Poverty has a big impact on the United States in many ways. It affects society in different ways and keeps disadvantages going.
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Dementia: Why It Can Be Dangerous

By: Tristan Pham, Journalist
Dementia is a disease where your ability to think, remember, and other thinking abilities. This affects your ability to do everyday things like cooking and studying.
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Sneezing: Human’s Defense Mechanism

By: Tristan Pham, Journalist
Sneezing is a reflex action that occurs when the delicate lining of the nasal passages is irritated. It is the body's way of expelling irritants and foreign particles from the nose and throat.
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The Impact of Social Media

By: Kairui Zhao, Journalist
The use of social media impacts our society and mental health. It can increase connections and self-esteem while also giving a sense of belonging.
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