The Natural Philosopher Dec 14, 20213 minViruses and Variants: What’s Up With The Booster? By Maryann Makosiej These days, boosters are all the rage. Meant to re-prime your immune system, you might have been like me and felt...
The Natural Philosopher Dec 14, 20214 minHIV and AIDS: An EpidemicBy Maryann Makosiej “Rare cancer seen in 41 homosexuals,” one headline screamed. “New homosexual disorder worries health officials,”...
The Natural Philosopher Jun 7, 20213 minConversations with Carney: A Physician On The MoveBy Maryann Makosiej Whether covering 3200 miles, researching public health strategies, or improving the Public Health programs at UVM,...
The Natural Philosopher Mar 29, 20213 minA Word With Dr. Natalie KwitBy Maryann Makosiej A State Public Health Veterinarian and former Epidemic Intelligence Officer, Dr. Natalie Kwit is a versatile...
The Natural Philosopher Oct 10, 20204 minPolitical ScienceBy Alexia Bove Although largely associated with the modern era, the anti-vaccination movement has existed for centuries. Its roots date...
The Natural Philosopher Oct 10, 20203 minThe Pervasive Myth of Variability in Female SubjectsBy Claire Deckers Longstanding societal stereotypes paint women as being emotional and irrational creatures that are largely controlled...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 29, 20203 minTripping Into Sobriety: How Microdosing Can Help AddictionBy Olivia Baccellieri In recent years, North America has faced a significant drug epidemic. Opiates have flooded various populations...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 29, 20204 minCognitive Impairments from Microvascular DamageBy Jenn Cook As of 2017, type-2 diabetes (T2D) accounted for 91.2% of individuals diagnosed with diabetes in America. It is the more...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 29, 20203 minSpace Rats Used to Pioneer Liver Disease ResearchBy Cai McCann You might be familiar with spaceflight being the newest frontier for humans. But, did you know the health effects of...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 29, 20203 minCombating Antimicrobial ResistanceBy Alexia Bove Since their discovery, antibiotics have been regarded as one of the most significant advancements in medicine. The...
The Natural Philosopher Apr 14, 20193 minBut Where Do You Get Your Protein From?By Olivia Hakan When I tell people I’m a vegetarian, especially one that doesn’t eat eggs or dairy, I’m immediately prompted with the...
The Natural Philosopher Apr 14, 20193 minThe Half-Life of Truth, and How it Relates to the Medical FieldBy Nellie Stidham truth noun \ ˈtrüth \ plural truths\ ˈtrüt͟hz , ˈtrüths \ Definition of truth (Entry 1 of 2) 1a(1): the body of real...
The Natural Philosopher Apr 14, 20197 min The History Behind Vaccines and Autism By Lindsay Aldrich Whether or not you have brought a loved one to the pediatrician to get vaccinated, have a loved one who identifies on...
The Natural Philosopher Mar 24, 20194 minWalking Out on The Boys: An Eye Opening Read to Complacency in Our Day-to-Day LivesBy Nellie Stidham Warning: This piece contains strong themes including sexism and sexual harassment "In May 1991, Frances K. Conley, the...
The Natural Philosopher Mar 24, 20193 minBirth Control: No Longer Just a Woman’s Issue? By Riley Forbes Historically, the burden of contraception has been delegated to women, as men have a limited number of reliable options;...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 23, 20192 minFreeze Yourself Thin?By Riley Forbes For those lucky enough to be in the northern hemisphere, winter is in full force and we’ve seen some bitter, and not so...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 23, 20193 minWinter Wonderland WarningsBy Nellie Stidham As this winter continues, education about cold exposure must continue. One of the best prevention tactics is knowing...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 23, 20193 minHealthy Bodies, Toxic Medicines: Exploring College Students and the FluBy Maryann Makosiej Have you ever heard of the old wives tale that wet hair makes you sick? Or, how about how wearing the right shoes can...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 23, 20193 minAn Examination of Blood Preservation Techniques By Artur Smiechowski From last night’s leftovers to pizza delivery boys flung far into the future, freezing something is generally...
The Natural Philosopher Feb 1, 20194 minOne Health: An Interview with Dr. John Barlow By Maryann Makosiej Walk into Dr. Barlow’s office, and you will be inundated with books. David Quammen’s “Spillover”, public health...