We all want to improve our health. We all make mistakes. We all also fall for misleading health myths that prevent the betterment of our...

1. Introduction: Why This Matters to Me Growing up between both London and then California, I noticed a strange contradiction: people who cared deeply about their health often believed things that weren’t true. Some avoided vaccines out of fear. Others relied on “detox” drinks in the hope of fixing serious health issues. I even struggled myself to find reliable and trustworthy answers without having to spend hours scrolling through conflicting information online. That separat

Introduction Participating in the COPE Health Scholars program was both a rewarding and valuable experience that helped to develop my understanding of hospital operations and patient care. As someone aspiring to become a physician, the clinical exposure I gained allowed me to both observe healthcare professionals up close as well as gain practical experience within a hospital environment. Choosing the 4th Floor Telemetry Unit  One of the unique aspects of COPE is that you hav