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Reflections From the First Year

I cannot believe how quickly time flew by. A conversation that I had with two members of the Class of 2020 comes to mind when I first heard that famous medical school cliché. I remember them telling me how your first year of medical school flies by and that I wouldn’t believe it. Read More

Know Your Status and Empower Yourself: National HIV Testing Day

National Testing Day is June 27 – a day where we remind and encourage people to get screened for HIV. In 2016, there were an estimated 40,000 new HIV infections in the United States. The epidemic still hits Blacks, Latinos, and men who have sex with men (MSM) the hardest. Bottomline – if you are sexually active, you should get tested. Read More

Creating Healthy Habits for Kids

A major challenge for many families today is instilling values and practices in children that lead to a healthy and active lifestyle. How do you help your kids develop lifelong healthy habits? Here are 10 smart and easy ways. Read More

Facing Menopause and Managing Its Effects

While it’s a normal and natural event in every woman’s life, menopause is still sometimes misunderstood. The changes it brings to one’s health are even occasionally perceived as an illness or disorder without better knowledge of the signs and factors surrounding it. The following outlines the medical definition of menopause, common symptoms, and ways to gain some relief. Read More

MSM's Global Health Initiative

Each year, ´óÏó´«Ã½ School of Medicine (MSM) continues to make strides to tackle global health issues around the world. Read More

Finding the Right Pediatrician for Your Child

There’s no single model for a pediatrician that fits all families. If you’re looking to change physicians, have moved to a new area, or are still trying to make up your mind, be sure to gather the following information before making a final decision. Read More