At this time of year, high school seniors across the country are enjoying their last summer before heading off to college. Deciding on a major and thinking about future careers is exciting as well as stressful. If you have been thinking about a career in science, then a degree in neuroscience might be for you. […]
Do’s and Don’ts for Broken Arms and Legs
Have you ever broken a bone? If you have, you aren’t alone! Every year in the United States, about six million people break a bone. Accidents happen, and it is important that you take the steps to let yourself heal. Usher Khan is a medical assistant and registered orthopedic tech. As he continues to pursue […]
How Does Volunteering Benefit Your Brain?
We all know that volunteering is a good thing to do for our communities and people in need. Did you know that your brain itself actually receives tons of benefits when you volunteer? Usher Khan is a medical assistant, registered orthopedic tech, and dedicated volunteer. He has taken part in emergency room volunteer work as […]
What is the Fight or Flight Response?
There are a lot of things that happen in your body when you encounter a threat. Thousands of years ago, our ancestors had to contend with wild animals that wanted to eat them, threats from other people, and many other things that could kill them in the wild. Today, we still have the same response […]
What Are Mirror Neurons?
Neurons are fundamental cells of the nervous system and brain that receive sensory input from the world around us. One of the things that neurons help us do is to learn, and there is a specific type of neuron that helps us learn and empathize with others. Usher Khan is a medical assistant and registered […]