Authored by: Sophie Erb-Watson Art by: Aleena Naeem Mental Illness may not discriminate, but the U.S. mental healthcare system does. Despite unparalleled recent public attention, data demonstrate that the likelihood of receiving mental healthcare still depends heavily on race, gender, wealth, and geography. Telehealth was heralded as an equalizer, a technological fix poised to transcend structural barriers. Unfortunately, early evidence indicates that virtual care has largely

Authored by: Shriya Mehta Art by: Leena Jalees Getting hospital-level care no longer has to mean staying in a hospital. With remote monitoring, daily nurse visits, and virtual doctor check-ins, patients can now receive full treatment from the comfort of their home. The Hospital at Home (HaH) model, once a small experimental program, is now reshaping how Americans perceive inpatient care. The HaH program provides acute care for conditions like pneumonia or congestive heart fai

Authored by: Sawandi DeSilva Art by: Rachel Jacob When we picture people in prison, it’s rare that we think of their needs or struggles. Most of us fail to see the disparities that exist within these communities, as we feel they may not be worthy of receiving basic welfare. This negative lens on prisoners reflects on our desire to make a difference in the environments they occupy. Prisons are a hotspot for infectious diseases, and specifically, many women, who have no access

Authored By: Louis Rivera Emergency Medical Responders serve as our frontline in the prehospital chain of survival and are part of the core three emergency units we often see passing by our houses: police, fire, and EMS. EMS workers across America responded to approximately 60 million calls in 2024, averaging around 165,000 calls per day [1]. Despite this, they are not considered an “essential” service by law. The New York State Senate has passed a bill, Senate Bill S7501, th

Authored by: Lexi Waite Art by: Ava Shi Domestic violence isn’t just a headline; it's an unnoticed crisis unfolding on college campuses every day, all around us. Domestic violence is an aggressive or violent behavior involving the abuse of a partner or spouse. This violence creates lasting effects that alter many women’s lives, yet many choose not to report their experiences. This silence often stems from fear and limited access to resources, making it essential to raise awar

Authored by: Lauren Bryan Art by: Ava Shi The United States has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world, reporting drastic increases in deaths since 2000 [1]. As the mortality rate grows, it is important to acknowledge that having a healthy birth is something that can commonly be taken for granted. Although there have been a variety of advancements in medicine and healthcare, mothers continue to face an increased risk of death during pregnancy and labor. Thes

Authored by: Lamisa Aziz Art by: Andrew Mo A diagnosis of a rare disease often sounds less like a medical label and more like a sentence: one marked by uncertainty, isolation, and the unspoken fear that help may exist but remain out of reach. Orphan drugs, treatments designed for these rare conditions, offer a glimmer of hope to patients long overlooked by the pharmaceutical market. Yet that hope comes with a staggering cost, with jarring price tags that can exceed the value

Authored by: Kate Lee Art by: Amy Em In the United States, obesity rates have increased by 37% over the past two decades, now affecting 41.9% of the adult population [1]. This alarming rise, driven by increasingly sedentary lifestyles and nutrient-deficient diets, is projected to continue. Obesity is medically defined as an excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health, or a body mass index (BMI) that exceeds 30 [2]. Beyond its impact on well-being, obesity

Authored by: Julianna Morris Art by: Kendall Eddington Think for a moment about the accessibility of healthcare in our community, as well as the United States as a whole. When we picture healthcare here, we often imagine modern hospitals, advanced technology, and teams of trained professionals ready to help at a moment’s notice. The technology, resources, and personnel readily available are miles ahead of members of the Nunavik Indigenous community, a region in Northern Canad

Authored by: Josh Chelliah Art by: Andrew Mo While many in the United States enjoy the comfort of where they live, this unfortunately cannot be said for many marginalized communities. These marginalized communities, particularly low-income groups and communities of color, are disproportionately exposed to toxic polluting industries and environmental hazards. This results in adverse health outcomes such as higher rates of asthma, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Minority ne

Authored by: Vivian Xu Art by: Grace Liu Reproductive technologies, especially in vitro fertilization (IVF), are important to the aspiration of motherhood for millions of Americans. However, insurance coverage and access for fertility care in the U.S., particularly for reproductive services, has great disparities and varies by state, income, and race. Health insurance for IVF is key to reproductive freedom. Individuals and couples that experience infertility or require reprod

Authored by: Victoria Wroblewski Art by: Lindsey Li The United States government has changed the future of pharmaceutical drug purchasing forever. The President of the US, Donald J. Trump, has launched an official pharmacy for Americans: TrumpRX. The TrumpRX initiative formed a partnership with the pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and AstraZeneca in order to install a direct-to-customer (DTC) program through a website called TrumpRX.gov [1]. The drugs are discounted to match

Authored by: Mia Bakota Art by: Vanessa Chen Hsieh Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a heterogeneous neurodevelopmental condition. However, clinical recognition and diagnosis remain significantly skewed toward externally observable traits, leading to an invisibility problem in high-masking populations. This article reviews the evidence demonstrating that autistic masking creates a detrimental healthcare gap, resulting in profound and interconnected psychological burnout and p

Authored by: Maya Gowda Art by: Caitlin Sweeney Our eyes can mislead us—we often view climate change as a global phenomenon affecting Earth’s biodiversity, but little is known about how climate change affects our mental health. Marginalized communities and outdoor workers face the brunt of climate change— farmers consistently experience stress due to the impacts of climate change on their physical health and agricultural productivity [1]. Climate change is one of the greatest

Authored By: Debanjoli Chowdhury Art By: Claire Ma “Private equity. The very term continues to evoke admiration, envy, and - in the...

Authored by: Valentine Kim Art by: Michelle Choi Fear of going to the dentist is a widespread phenomenon. This specific anxiety about...

Authored by: Nicole Loy Art by: Ponthea Shojaian It is well known that America is suffering from a nationwide obesity epidemic. Over 40%...

Authored by: Victoria Wroblewski Art by: Laura Lee Confused by health insurance? You’re not alone, but your wallet might be paying the...

Authored by: Srijita Kommaraju Art by: Amber Briscoe “What I Eat in a Day: Down 46 Pounds on Semaglutide.” “My Miracle Drug - Ozempic.”...

Authored by: Shree Manivel Art by: Kain Wang Medicine alone doesn't heal. Today’s most forward-thinking hospitals are proving that...