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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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Is Curing Acne Worth the Side Effects?

Students weigh in on the infamous acne medication.
Marisa Lopez, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

The popular acne treatment isotretinoin — originally sold under the brand name Accutane — has been dubbed by some dermatologists as “the closest thing we have to a cure for...

Progress in AIDS cure,  expert says

Progress in AIDS cure, expert says

Stephanie Grella, Staff Writer December 2, 2014
NYU’s College of Dentistry hosted a seminar to discuss the progress of an HIV/AIDS cure.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Children in U.S. frequently misdiagnosed, overmedicated

April 4, 2013
Rather than inducing valuable early treatment, ADHD diagnosis is often detrimental to students.