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Author Archives: Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“An Archaeology of Silence” by Kehinde Wiley
A new exhibit looks at the death of Black men and women
Classic art is no stranger to depicting death. Scenes of a martyred Jesus and other saints dominated art for centuries, interspersed with a fascination with painting other tableaus of death and violence such as Socrates ingesting poison, Greek heroes felled … Continue reading
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“You’re Missing” by Bruce Springsteen
A song mourning 9/11 also resonates with others
Bruce Springsteen’s 2002 album “The Rising” was a poignant reflection on 9/11. In it, he reflects on the politics of the time, shares in the grief of the nation, fights against anti-Muslim rhetoric, and honors fallen first responders. But he … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
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Chemotherapy Shortages Impact Cancer Treatments
Two important cancer drugs are in limited supply
Since the COVID-19 pandemic rocked the world, the interconnectedness of supply chain issues became much more apparent to the average consumer as things like toilet paper and bicycles became high-demand items. But now, chemotherapy drugs are also in short supply, … Continue reading
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Wildfires: Long-term Health Risks and How to Protect Yourself
The impacts of breathing wildfire smoke can be lasting
Summer 2023 has already been marked by a tragic number of wildfires. The Hawaii island of Maui is still reeling from the fires that engulfed the historic city of Lahina and killed dozens of people, while Canada is experiencing the … Continue reading
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“Memory of Grief” by Laura Kasischke
A touching poem reflects the ways grief changes us
I remember a four-legged animal strolling through a fire. Poverty in a prom dress. A girl in a bed trying to tune the AM radio to the voices of the dead. A temple constructed out of cobwebs into which the … Continue reading
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Could a Stem Cell Transplant Cure HIV?
Encouraging advancements in the treatment of HIV
A Swiss man is possibly cured of HIV after receiving a stem cell transplant in 2018 for sarcoma. Since then, scientists have closely monitored his blood for any markers of HIV infection, which have been undetectable for over 20 months. … Continue reading
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