Topic: culture
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A thoughtful exploration of how we read, critique, and teach illness narratives amid evolving literary theory and medical humanities.
The Things We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Dying
A poignant reflection on cultural differences in end-of-life care, personal identity, and the complexities of truth, family, and medical ethics.
A Missing Genre: Video Games in the Health Humanities
Video games offer powerful narratives and emotional depth—it's time health humanities embraced them as meaningful, transformative cultural texts.
A Tale of Two Museums
Unni, a talented artist and photographer, founded two unique museums in Kodakara, Kerala, celebrating love and photography.
A Journey through the Health Humanities
A 17-year journey integrating health humanities into medical education, particularly in resource-limited settings.
Interview with Darrel Manitowabi
Canadian anthropologist Darrel Manitowabi, PhD, explores Indigenous healing traditions through "Indigenous Medicine Stories," blending academic and community perspectives at NOSM University.
James by Percival Everett
A gripping, clever retelling that flips racial dynamics, giving voice to the silenced, and exploring power, identity, and resistance with biting commentary and emotional depth.
Heal Me: Childhood Trauma in The Who’s Tommy with Dr. Anthony Tobia
The Who’s Tommy is used to explore psychiatric trauma, with its iconic songs helping teach mental health concepts to students and professionals.
Between Two Worlds, New York to Uganda
A journey of translating care, bridging cultures, and fighting cancer in rural villages with dedication, compassion, and hope.
Interview with the Uber-Talented Unnikrishnan Pulikkal, MD
Dr. Unni, a medical practitioner and artist, discussed his rural upbringing, passion for painting and photography, founding PhotoMuse, and balancing art with medicine.