The Pandemic on the Brain: How COVID-19 may be affecting the nervous system

By Katie Au, Class of 2029 COVID-19, a disease that notably affects the respiratory system, has also been shown to affect the nervous system. While some have initial experiences of insomnia and even stroke, others continue to have long-term neurocognitive changes like memory loss after the initial acute symptoms, which researchers have labeled as neurological post-acute sequelae (N-PASC). Xiaohua Yang and colleagues from the Renaissance … Continue reading The Pandemic on the Brain: How COVID-19 may be affecting the nervous system

COVID-19 and Maternal Stress on an International Level

Author: Maegan Diep, Class of 2028 Pregnant women are among the many groups negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Encountering several stressors including social isolation, financial difficulties, and an increase in domestic violence, pregnant women are especially at risk for mental health issues. Exposure to stress during pregnancy can have numerous detrimental effects for both the mother and the infant. The mother becomes vulnerable to … Continue reading COVID-19 and Maternal Stress on an International Level