MERCURY’S LAB

  It all started after we saw the comedy film called   Tag   in 2018. For those of you who are unaware, it's based on a real story about a group of friends who played an endless version of the children’s game. I think I enjoyed the film at the time, but I can’t remember now. After years of this gradually-worsening hell, I shudder every time I remember the concept that inspired my husband, Elliot. “Let’s do it,” He said. “Sorry?” I replied, smirking. “Right here?” “No,” He laughed, rolling his eyes. “Not that. Tag. A never-ending game of Tag.” “We live in the same house, so I mean… It probably wouldn’t be as thrilling as the film,” I said. “We’d just end up sitting on the sofa, constantly tagging each other in a back-and-forth slapping match.” Elliot pondered on my point, tapping his lips thoughtfully. He was always a passionate person – once he became hyper-fixated on something, it was hard to deter him, and I loved watching his face scrunch up as the cognitive cogs whirr...

  For SCD individuals  First thing you should know is living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) presents unique challenges, but it doesn't define you. By embracing resilience and empowerment, you can thrive while managing your health effectively. Here are valuable Dos and Don'ts to help you on your journey. Dos: 1. Embrace Self-Care and Education: - Prioritize self-care by understanding your condition and staying informed, treat immediately and prevent major breakdowns at all cost, don't be like some of us that hide the pain because of schoolwork  - Educate yourself about triggers, symptoms, and potential complications. - Take an active role in your well-being please  Avoid triggers like stress, spike in temperature, infections, etc  2. Let people know, or don't  I guess this is your decision  But for me, I really don't care if people know or not  Personally I don't feel bad about myself, so why hide it? If you ask I would boldly tell you, why?  ...

  For Non SCD individuals First off let's understand before we Land  Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a complex condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While you may not personally experience the challenges of living with SCD, you can play a crucial role in supporting and understanding those who do. This blog post aims to provide you with valuable insights, practical Dos and Don'ts, and foster empathy, creating a friendly and professional approach to supporting individuals with SCD. Let's start by exploring the basics of SCD. It's a genetic blood disorder that causes red blood cells to become rigid and crescent-shaped, resulting in pain, fatigue, and a range of complications. By familiarizing yourself with the symptoms, triggers, and potential complications of SCD, you'll gain a better understanding of the experiences individuals with SCD face. 1. Do you need to show Empathy and Compassion? Living with SCD can be both physically and emotionally challenging....

Imagine your brain as a vast and intricate network, like a bustling city with billions of interconnected roads. Each road represents a neural pathway, and the traffic flowing through these pathways consists of electrical signals and chemical messengers. Just like a city, your brain is a hub of activity and information processing. It's like a master architect, overseeing everything from complex problem-solving to creative thinking. Different areas of the brain specialize in various tasks, just like different districts in a city have their own unique functions. Deep within the brain, there's an emotional district, akin to an art and culture center. Here, your emotions, memories, and motivations come to life, much like the performances and exhibitions that evoke deep feelings and inspiration. Supporting this bustling city are vital infrastructure systems. The cerebellum acts as an efficient transportation network, ensuring smooth movements and coordination, like the well-organized...