Spring 2025
by Caitlin Hong
At UC Berkeley, students turned a simple 5K into a powerful statement on mental health, resilience, and support. What started as a race became a movement—one that challenged stigma, fostered community, and showed that even in the toughest times, no one has to stand alone.
by Sidd Sen
Working in a research lab is an invaluable experience that will grant you technical skills as well as rigorous problem-solving abilities. While landing a position might seem daunting, it does not have to be – by either networking or cold-emailing, you can get yourself a research position and start reaping the benefits immediately!
by Melbourne Romney
Measles used to be one of the most deadly diseases in the US, but vaccination led to its complete eradication. However, due to anti-vaccine sentiment beginning during COVID-19, the disease is beginning to have regular outbreaks with the risk of a national epidemic growing each year.
by Mansa Devaki
As chronic illness and cultural diversity reshape healthcare, this article argues that the most effective medicine speaks more than one language—merging the precision of Western science with the wisdom of Eastern healing traditions.
by Maia Hernandez
The way in which technology shapes our human condition and general well-being is a large topic being discussed by researchers at leading institutions. There are still no overarching conclusions on whether technology has an overall positive or negative impact on mental well-being, however, researchers have identified that this is a widely stratified topic in terms of health outcomes and there is still much to explore on the subject— especially in a developing technological social climate.
Fall 2025
From ancient roots in India to studios and living rooms across the world, yoga has become far more than a flexibility practice. Growing research now shows that its benefits reach deep into the cardiovascular system, supporting heart health in ways many people never expect.
by Maia Hernandez
Asian Americans are the fastest-growing group in the U.S., yet among the least likely to seek mental health support. Why? This piece uncovers the cultural expectations, generational gaps, and stereotypes that keep so many suffering in silence—and how we can begin to change that.
by Theo Chen
For countless Asian American pre-meds, the journey into medicine begins long before college, shaped by a quiet pressure to fulfill a role that others believe is destined for them.
by Theo Chen