Life at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Emily Marcisak is a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in the human genetics program. She is a weightlifter, a national park explorer and a dog rescuer. As a frequent consumer of scientific nonfiction, she aims to blend her passions for reading, writing and science throughout her career.
Becoming more resilient can not only help you get through uncertain times but also enhance the quality of your life along the way. A Johns Hopkins psychologist shares his maxims to get through difficult circumstances.
Feeling burned out? You are not alone. With so much time spent indoors, it is more important than ever to connect with nature. Research has shown that adding houseplants to your surroundings can improve your mood as well as your ability to learn, concentrate and be productive.
Health care has pivoted in response to COVID-19, but how have these changes affected cancer patients? A student shares her perspective on having a parent with cancer during the pandemic.