Meet Alex, a third-year Health Sciences student at the University of Waterloo with a passion for epidemiology. After surviving multiple flu seasons as a child, Alex developed a keen interest in infectious diseases and their societal impacts. They often dive deep into analyzing health trends and enjoy researching viral mutations, combining a sense of humor with a serious commitment to public health awareness. In their free time, Alex runs a blog where they simplify medical information for their peers to help dispel myths surrounding contagious illnesses.