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Hippocrates' Circle

commentaries, essays, and writings
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Bitiel Kidane

Dr. Jasmine Kaur

Bob Kieserman

Kyla Greenstein

Alex Collins

Julia Ballerini
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The Gut-Stress Connection: What It Means for Your Mental Health By Dr.Jasmine Kaur
Inflammation is the body's natural response to disruptions in the body's balance (homeostasis), functioning as an essential part of the...
Sarai Nolasco
Apr 106 min read
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Undiagnosed and Misunderstood: The Journey to an Adult ADHD Diagnosis By Dr. Jasmine Kaur
Undiagnosed and Misunderstood: The Journey to an Adult ADHD Diagnosis By Dr. Jasmine Kaur This is the story of Adam. Throughout his life,...
Sarai Nolasco
Mar 277 min read
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Genetic Counseling: A Foundation for Compatibility
By Dr. Jasmine Kaur  When people think about compatibility, they often imagine shared values, interests, and goals–the traits that help...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with Kinesiology-Based Exercise Programs
by Bietel Kidane Between 6 and 20% of women of reproductive age worldwide suffer with PCOS, one of the most common endocrine disorders in...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Dec 9, 20245 min read
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Exercise and Menstrual Health: How Different Phases of the Menstrual Cycle Affect Physical Performance and Exercise Recovery
by Bietel Kidane A dynamic and complex phenomena, the menstrual cycle is a normal biological process that most women of reproductive age...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Dec 9, 20246 min read
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Exercise and Menopause: Managing Symptoms with Movement
by Bietel Kidane Menopause marks a natural phase in every woman’s life, signifying the end of reproductive years. While it is a...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Nov 24, 20245 min read
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Kinesiology and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Exercise as a Management Tool
by Bietel Kidane Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal and metabolic condition affecting an estimated 1 in 10 women of...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Nov 24, 20245 min read
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Exercise Guidelines and Benefits for Expecting Mothers
by Bietel Kidane Both the body and the psyche undergo significant changes throughout pregnancy. Many expectant moms want to maintain...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Nov 11, 20245 min read
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The Impact of Pregnancy and Childbirth on Core and Pelvic Floor
by Bietel Kidane Many new moms struggle to rebuild their pelvic floor and core strength after giving birth. Pregnancy and birth cause...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Nov 11, 20246 min read
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How Does Movement Improve Arthritis?
by Bietel Kidane Millions of individuals worldwide suffer from arthritis, a common ailment that impairs joint movement and causes pain...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Oct 29, 20246 min read
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Exercise and Mental Health: The Link Between Physical Activity and Cognitive Function
by Bietel Kidane Mental health issues including anxiety, sadness, and cognitive decline are on the rise in the modern world. One...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Oct 29, 20246 min read
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The Influence of Nutrition on Exercise Performance and Recovery
by Bietel Kidane The foundation for maximizing exercise performance, recuperation, and general health is nutrition. The macronutrients...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Oct 9, 20246 min read
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The Role of Core Strength in Athletic Performance and Injury Prevention
by Bitiel Kidane Given that the term "core strength" has gained popularity in the fitness industry, it refers to more than just having...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Sep 25, 20248 min read
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Hispanic Pioneers in MedicineÂ
by Alex Collins  Hispanic Heritage Month holds a special place in my heart. As the daughter of a strong, independent Mexican mother, I...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Sep 23, 20242 min read
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The Importance of Rest Days
by Bitiel Kidane In the world of fitness, a lot of attention is often focused on the activities that take place during the workout,...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Sep 9, 20248 min read
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Pain: How Open Communication With Medical Staff Aids in Superior Care
by Ian Rowe Imagine you’re a newly admitted patient in the burn unit of a local hospital center. You were eager to cook the...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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Water Aerobics: Why It May Be More Effective for Fat Loss Than Traditional Land-Based Exercises by Bietel Kidane
by Bietel Kidane  Introduction Water aerobics has frequently been hidden in the fitness world by more conventional workout regimens like...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Sep 2, 20247 min read
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The Trolley Problem: Navigating Ethical Crossroads in the Digital Age
by Dr. Jasmine Kaur Imagine you’re in the driver’s seat of a runaway trolley speeding down a track. As you look ahead, you...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Aug 31, 20242 min read
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Benefits of Weight Training to Combat Effects of Osteoporosis in Older Adults
by Bietel Kidane The word osteoporosis can be defined as "porous bone" by the National Osteoporosis Foundation. Osteoporosis is a medical...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Aug 26, 20246 min read
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Will There Be Enough Medical Specialists in the Future?
by Kyla Greenstein Introduction The future of medical specialties depends on two factors, what is needed and what is wanted. Throughout...
The National Library of Patient Rights and Advocacy
Aug 21, 20249 min read
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