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Tuesday, June 18th, 2024

Galway!

This week has been by far one of the most exciting since I’ve got here. We started out with a visit to The National Museum of Ireland where we were taken on a tour and learned lots about Irish history, and the path they took to modern day. Specifically, we learned about the hill of Tara, which Tradition is the inauguration place and seat of the High Kings of Ireland; it also appears in Irish mythology. We learned about the importance of Tara in Irish History and how it plays a role in Ireland today. The inside of The National […]

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Wednesday, June 12th, 2024

Want to take the Bus?

In Dublin, the use of public transportation and biking is not just a practical choice but also a cultural norm. This cultural norm reflects on the city’s commitment to sustainability and community. This stands in stark contrast to the car-centric culture prevalent in much of the United States. Public transportation in Dublin is a well-integrated system revolving around buses, trams (Luas), and trains (DART). The city’s infrastructure supports and encourages the use of these modes of transport. For instance, the Leap Card system simplifies fare payments across different transport modes, enhancing convenience for users. This comprehensive network reduces traffic congestion […]

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Wednesday, June 5th, 2024

US Healthcare vs Ireland Healthcare

Although this is just the beginning of an 8 week internship, I have already seen many cultural and societal differences between the US Healthcare system and the Irish. Since beginning my internship, I have determined biomarkers for different types of ovarian cancer and learned a great deal about how the lack of availability and lack of access to healthcare has impacted those diagnosed. My supervisor, Dr. Lucy Norris who has over 30 years background on the many different types of ovarian cancer gave a lecture and mentioned that over 70% of those who are diagnosed with different types of ovarian […]

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