Tag: war
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The Impact of Israel’s Genocide on the Children of Palestine
Trigger Warning: This post discusses topics of genocide and trauma. For over 70 years, the people of Palestine, including their children, have endured unimaginable grief and violence. Homes have been completely destroyed, hospitals are filled far beyond their capacities, and Palestinians are killed by airstrikes and bullets every day (Farajallah, 2022). In 2020, it was…
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Botulinum Toxin: A Toxin Of All Trades
Before its cosmetic applications were discovered, Botulinum toxin (BoNT) known as Botox, was one of the most lethal biological weapons. Utilized throughout World War II, the number of casualties caused by its inhalation made it an effective military tool for attack (Tatu, 2021). Once infected with Botulism, the body experiences progressive weakness until full-body paralysis occurs.…