How Effective Is Hydroxychloroquine Against COVID-19?

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In March 2020, U.S. President Donald Trump touted hydroxychloroquine as an effective treatment for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Mr. Trump highlighted the drug cocktail of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin as “one of the biggest game changers in the history of medicine.”1 But how effective is hydroxychloroquine in combating COVID-19 in actuality?

In this article, we learn about hydroxychloroquine a potential drug treatment for COVID-19 and evaluate its scientific efficacy.

History of Pocahontas: The True Story

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What was the true story and history of Pocahontas? Many people have seen the famous Disney movie about Pocahontas a Native American princess and Captain John Smith, but to what extent was it true? In this lesson, we straighten out the facts from the myths to share you the true story and history behind Pocahontas.

Biology Through the Lens of Fish Odor Syndrome (Trimethylaminuria)

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Help, I smell like fish! Is this even possible?

Body odor is a fact of life. For many, this is a simple fix either through some deodorant or a quick shower, but for some unlucky few, a fishy odor always remain. This is none other than Fish Odor Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder also known as Trimethylaminuria (TMAU). Learn more about the biology behind Fish Odor Syndrome, the FMO3 gene, cures and treatments.

Alex Rider’s Back! Nightshade Book Review & Plot

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Ladies and gentlemen, hop onto our roller coaster adventure and buckle in as we review the latest Alex Rider book Nightshade. We’re in for a wild ride.

Our British teenage spy Alex Rider strikes back again in this new action-packed thriller, Nightshade. Nightshade is the latest YA book in the Alex Rider series by author Anthony Horowitz and was just recently released in bookstores and Amazon on Tuesday, April 7, 2020.

Alex Rider Nightshade Book Review and Alex Rider Nightshade Plot

Social Psychology 101: Psychology in Social Roles Today

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What makes a good person do a bad thing? Why do people partake in events when they know what they are doing is contrary to their own moral beliefs?

Group mentality and conformity play major roles in human behavior. We explore the Stanford Prison Experiment, Asch Conformity Experiment, and the social roles these psychological concepts play in history and today.

Motivational Quote of the Day: “Continuous Effort — Not Strength or Intelligence — Is the Key to Unlocking and Using Our Potential.” ~Winston Churchill

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Motivational Quote of the Day: “Continuous Effort — Not Strength or Intelligence — Is the Key to Unlocking and Using Our Potential.” ~Winston Churchill~ Want more of our free content and motivational quotes of the day? Join Us at Moosmosis! Subscribe for free or like us on Facebook. Donate to support. Thank you!  

The Collapsed Lung: Types of Pneumothorax

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Pneumothorax also known as collapsed lung occurs when air is trapped in the pleural space. Trapped air causes a loss of negative pressure in the pleural cavity, reduces surface tension, and induces the lungs to collapse. There are 3 types of Pneumothorax or collapsed lungs: 1) Spontaneous 2) Traumatic, and 3) Tension Pneumothorax.

In this lesson, we learn the different types of pneumothorax (collapsed lung) and important terminology. USMLE

A Global Epidemic: The Novel Coronavirus

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A Global Epidemic: The Novel 2019 Coronavirus

On December 31st, 2019, Chinese officials informed the World Health Organization that a group of strange cases of pneumonia were detected in the city of Wuhan. The cause of the pneumonia was unknown, but a week later, Chinese health officials confirmed that the cases were associated with a novel coronavirus.

In this lesson, we learn about what is the coronavirus, how the coronavirus spreads, how deadly it is, and why COVID-19 matters for our public and global health.

Manifest Destiny: US History

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Manifest Destiny in US History: During the 19th century, the term Manifest Destiny was coined – a belief that America was readily destined to expand its territory across the continent. In this lesson, we explain important events and people that influenced Manifest Destiny, including Mountain Men, Lewis and Clark, Mormons, and the Gold Rush.