The Choice Paradox
In light of the release of the posthumous memoir, Nobody’s Girl by Virginia Giuffre, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was formally stripped of all titles bestowed upon him and those of his supposed birthright. Despite Andrew having settled outside of court with Queen Elizabeth’s personal funds (not the least amount of which is in part thanks to the…
The real heroes of climate change are the childfree; a response to –
“People often miscalculate climate choices, a study says. One surprise is owning a dog.” Alright, I’m here to take a whack at this. There are many factors listed in Caleigh Wells’ article for the AP, People often miscalculate climate choices, a study says. One surprise is owning a dog which she attributes to negatively affecting…
The Ethical Discussion of CRISPR Use: GMOs, Risks, and Ableism
This essay was written on the ethics of CRISPR for a gene editing class with a focus on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and ableism in STEM.
Do’s and Don’ts of Disability: The Basics!
Here is a general guide to new people to the community from first-hand accounts! Disclaimer: These are not universal and every disability/individual is unique! It doesn’t hurt to ask questions; CW/TW: ableism.
Scared to Take the COVID-19 Vaccine?
There have been rampant conspiracy theories, doubts, and fear about taking the COVID-19 vaccine. There are doubts, unknown information, and speculation as to whether or not it is even worth taking. But before you let fear get the best of you, here are the reasons why you need to take the vaccine–if you can–and some…
The Worst Live-Action Adaptation of the Decade
Fate: The Winx Saga – The Worst Live-Action Adaptation of the Decade: A comprehensive breakdown by character comparing to the Winx Club cartoon.
Us
A collaborative break-up piece by friend, Joseph Volpe and I!
Confused about COVID-19 safety? Here are some tips to help!
Edited and fact-checked by Mark BrunoShareable Twitter ThreadScreen reader friendly version below: Confused about safety during COVID-19? Here are the basics! Resources for this infographic CDC.gov WHO (World Health Organization) Local Health Departments Stay home, wash your hands, stay 6 feet apart, and wear a mask You can do necessities: Groceries/food Post office You can…
Amaru: self-love through gaming with a virtual companion
While scrolling casually through Twitter, I came across a Kickstarter campaign talking about a Amaru: The Self-Care Virtual Pet and was immediately intrigued. Like most Tweeters, I’m an animal-lover, so I clicked. Amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic, the game company, Six Wing Studios, developed the game in the hopes of helping those with mental health…
Who You Are
You are not your body. You are your perseverance. You are not your ignorance. You are your strive to learn. You are not your work. You are what you try. You are not your income. You are your self-worth. You are not your vanity. You are how you perceive others. You are not beneath anyone.…
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Nicolette, MPH 