The Anatomy Memorial: A Time to Reflect
Guest blogger, Abby Atkinson, is a second year medical student in the MD-PhD program at Hopkins. She is interested in neurological disorders and using art… Read More »The Anatomy Memorial: A Time to Reflect
Events and Happenings
Baltimore’s Red Line Light Rail: Is it finally time?
In 2015, former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan made the controversial decision to cancel the Red Line Light Rail project in Baltimore. The plan to build… Read More »Baltimore’s Red Line Light Rail: Is it finally time?
Gertrude Stein Society Organizes Trainee Advocacy in Favor of the 2023 Trans Health Equity Act
Photo courtesy of the author. On Friday, February 10, members of the Gertrude Stein Society, the School of Medicine’s LGBTQ+ affinity group, staffed two folding… Read More »Gertrude Stein Society Organizes Trainee Advocacy in Favor of the 2023 Trans Health Equity Act
The Endless Curiosity: Oppenheimer’s Legacy and Its Relevance in the AI Era
As the curtains rise on Christopher Nolan’s latest cinematic masterpiece, Oppenheimer, Johns Hopkins University’s community is reminded of the enduring legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer,… Read More »The Endless Curiosity: Oppenheimer’s Legacy and Its Relevance in the AI Era
‘This Is Your Brain on Drugs’ — Well, on Marijuana at Least
The history of cannabis use likely traces back to Asia as early as 500 BC. The plant’s purpose then was medicinal, but there are reports… Read More »‘This Is Your Brain on Drugs’ — Well, on Marijuana at Least
Squeegee Kid Ban: Criminalizing Poverty or Engaging Disconnected Youth?
Every few minutes in Baltimore, a group of young men rush into the streets and try to clean stopped cars at busy intersections. What is… Read More »Squeegee Kid Ban: Criminalizing Poverty or Engaging Disconnected Youth?
School of Medicine Hosts LMSA – Northeast 50th Annual Regional Conference
From left to right: Emily Rodriguez, Carolina Lopez-Silva, and Eduardo Paredes. Photo courtesy of the author. Carolina Lopez-Silva, guest blogger, is a third year medical… Read More »School of Medicine Hosts LMSA – Northeast 50th Annual Regional Conference
Open Enrollment Is Here: New Changes to the ACA’s Coverage Explained
With the midterm elections finished and the holidays fast approaching, it can be easy to stop keeping track of policy and legislative matters — but… Read More »Open Enrollment Is Here: New Changes to the ACA’s Coverage Explained
Peer Health Navigators: A Listening Ear
Note: In an emergency, please call 911 or the following: UHS: After-Hours Medical Emergency: 410-955-4331. After-Hours Psychiatric Emergency: 410-955-1892. JHSAP: 443-287-7000, option #1. Prevalence of the… Read More »Peer Health Navigators: A Listening Ear
International Overdose Awareness Day 2022
Note: This post includes information about drug use, overdose and overdose related deaths. If you or your loved one needs help, please consider calling the… Read More »International Overdose Awareness Day 2022