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Staying Sane in Quarantine

Posted May 18, 202000:24:50

Joyce and Mike discuss the challenges of being in quarantine, listening to tons of news about the coronavirus pandemic, and at the same time dealing...

Coronavirus – the New Normal

Posted March 28, 202000:28:04

Robin Martinez and Joyce Graff talk about the coronavirus and how to protect yourself in these exceptional times.

More than just dry eyes…Sjogren’s syndrome

Posted March 19, 202000:30:31

Sjogren’s system is an autoimmune disease. While it is best known for dry eyes and mouth, it can affect a number of other organs. 

Cancer Biology and Dr. Copland’s Lab

Posted April 11, 201900:30:11

Cancer is a complex disease, and no one knows this better than Dr. John “Al” Copland, who has made cancer research his life’s work.

Access and Care for People with Disabilities

Posted April 1, 201900:28:55

The US’s disability social safety net is profoundly broken, says Anna Landre, a handicapped student at Georgetown University.