Health Righters

A multidisciplinary publication exploring the intersection of healthcare and human rights in today’s world.

COVID-19

Mental Health

Marginalized Population

Education

International Perspective

Science, Technology, Research

With MedSci Chronicles

on various topics of COVID-19 and healthcare

Latest Issue

Summer 2020

Issue 1

Articles

Why the Humanities are Crucial to the Next Generation of Medical Professionals

In the wake of anti-educational rhetoric across conservative U.S. states,

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by healthrighters April 27, 2024April 27, 2024

Increased THC Use in Teens

As the rates of depression and anxiety have risen over the past few years, there has been a rise in cannabis usage

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by healthrighters April 6, 2024April 6, 2024

The Growing Crisis of Medicaid Disenrollment

Written by: Sahithi Gangavarapu Millions of Americans nationwide have lost Medicaid coverage since March 31, 2023, when a pandemic-era mandate for coverage expired. As of November 21, 2023, 10.8 million Americans have been disenrolled from Medicaid, including around 2.1 million children. Recent data shows that a large proportion of these… Continue reading The Growing Crisis of Medicaid Disenrollment

by healthrighters December 10, 2023

How Movement Affects Heart Health

Written by Kranti Kaur Everyone has experienced the joy that comes with doing absolutely nothing: sitting on the couch, eating food, and watching a movie for the whole day. Although this experience is one that most people would love, it’s important to understand what a significantly negative effect a lifestyle… Continue reading How Movement Affects Heart Health

by healthrighters December 10, 2023December 10, 2023

Is Snoozing Good For You?

Written by Nanaki Bawa. New research recently emerged that suggests that snoozing may not be as detrimental to one’s sleep cycle as previously suggested. However, this tidbit of news points to a larger overarching question about scientific journalists.

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by healthrighters December 7, 2023

War’s Toll on Healthcare

Written by Anushka Angle. In October 2023, a conflict emerged between Israel and Hamas, a militant Islamist group operating in Gaza since 2006. While conflicts between Israel and Palestine have persisted for previous decades, recent attacks from both groups have exacerbated the pre-existing tensions. Hamas launched rockets into Israel and…

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