Retail health clinics are not the solution to America’s health care crisis

03/18/2021 Mohammad Sajjad | Staff Columnist A few years ago, I was looking for a new primary care physician (PCP) to treat a seasonal cough that had become quite debilitating. At the time, my insurance company was no longer covering my previous provider given that he was out of network. Much to my surprise, after finding a provider within my network, I had to wait … Continue reading Retail health clinics are not the solution to America’s health care crisis

Panel discusses importance of mental health for athletes

Emily Ambery | Staff Writer 11/19/2020 In collegiate sports, open communication about mental health is not widely practiced. In an effort to change this, Duquesne hosted a panel on breaking down the stigma of mental health and wellness. On Monday, Nov. 16, Duquesne Athletics and Counseling Services held a panel on Hilinski’s Hope Foundation (H3H), an organization that promotes awareness and education of mental health … Continue reading Panel discusses importance of mental health for athletes

Pharmacy school hosts community health fair

Hallie Lauer | Staff Writer When most people think of October, they think of Halloween, Columbus Day and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but it is also American Pharmacists Month. In celebration of that, the Mylan School of Pharmacy at Duquesne hosted their fourth Health and Wellness Fair. The fair, which was free and open to the public, took place Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to … Continue reading Pharmacy school hosts community health fair