The Dynamic Relationship Between Religion and Mass Media Religion and mass media have long shaped one another in profound ways. As communication technologies have evolved at an unprecedented pace over the past few decades, so too has this relationship become increasingly dynamic and multifaceted. Both religion and media continue adapting to stay relevant in a […]

History and Evolution of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Roles in the United States The role of advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) has significantly evolved over the past century to meet the growing demands of the healthcare system. The foundations of APRN roles can be traced back to the late 19th century with the introduction of […]

Renaissance epoch in the Christian religion Overview of how the Renaissance epoch transformed the Christian religion: The Renaissance occurred between the 14th-16th centuries, originating in Italy and later spreading to Germany, Scandinavia, and other parts of Europe. This period marked a cultural, economic, intellectual, and scientific “rebirth” or revival of classical Greco-Roman influences. During this […]

Ethics in Human Experimentation: Ensuring Participant Safety and Well-being Human subject research plays an important role in advancing scientific knowledge and improving human health. However, it is imperative that researchers uphold the highest ethical standards to protect the dignity, rights, and welfare of all participants. This article provides an overview of key ethical principles and […]

Informed Consent in Human Subject Research Human subject research plays a vital role in advancing medical care and improving societal well-being through data-driven insights. However, with human participants come ethical responsibilities to protect their autonomy, safety, and dignity. Informed consent has thus emerged as a cornerstone principle guiding research ethics. Recent Trends in Informed Consent […]

Obesity as a Medical and Social Problem While obesity remains a pressing global health issue as outlined, the language and framing could be updated to reflect current understandings. Specifically, terms like “obese people” may be replaced with “people living with obesity” to emphasize the humanity of those affected. Additionally, the causes outlined could be expanded […]

Self-Treatment: Balancing the Benefits and Risks for Personal Health Self-treatment, the practice of using medication to address ailments without medical supervision, has gained significant interest in healthcare. While it offers advantages such as convenience and cost savings, it also poses risks to one’s health. This article explores the benefits and risks of self-treatment, highlighting the […]

Western Medicine vs. Alternative Medicine: An Evidence-Based Comparison Western medicine, also known as allopathic or biomedicine, relies on scientifically validated treatments to diagnose and treat illnesses. Rooted in the scientific method, Western medicine is continually evaluated through rigorous clinical research and trials. Alternative medicine, sometimes called complementary or integrative medicine, encompasses a wide range of […]

Battling Alzheimer’s disease: Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating illness that robs individuals of their memories and abilities as brain cells progressively degenerate and die. It is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, research is advancing our understanding of the disease and identifying potential ways […]

Eating Disorders: Prevalence, Causes, and Treatment Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that involve disruptive eating behaviors and distress or concern about body weight, shape, or size (National Eating Disorders Association, 2022). The three main types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder. In this article, I will discuss […]