I had the opportunity to participate in an abroad elective during medical school. I always get questions about my experiences and whether I thought it was worth the time. I thought I would write this post to assist others struggling with this question. First, I thought it was a great experience and I would do […]
Bathroom Dilemma: “We’re washers, not wipers.”
I can do cold bucket showers. I have no problem using squat toilets. I can sleep on the floor with no mat. I can go without internet for weeks. I can squeeze into an already full bus or ride hanging on the back of one. I have no problem eating rice 3 times a day. […]
The world’s most widely administered vaccine has worlds of room for improvement
First a disclaimer: vaccines are one of the greatest advances in improving health on our planet. They save lives, they don’t cause autism, and everyone should get their scheduled vaccines. This blog post is specifically about BCG, the tuberculosis vaccine, a vaccine not regularly administered in the US. Ever wondered if your friend was born […]
