Mental Connections: The Effects of Multiculturalism on the Mental Health of Children
There are polarizing opinions on prejudice and racism in China, and they become even more contentious once they reach the minds of children.
Experiencing Dry Eyes in Springtime? Here’s How to Manage It
During this allergy season, unfavorable environmental conditions make our eyes more prone to symptoms of dry eye syndrome (DES).
Head Start: Why Practicing Mindfulness Should Be Your Goal This New Year
As we begin to think about our goals for 2019, we also need to take time to reflect and focus on what’s important.
“Pollution Blue” No More: Beijing Authorities Modify Smog Alert System
The Beijing Municipal Environmental Protection Bureau proposed to remove the lowest “blue” pollution alert and replacing it with just a “health reminder.”
Blue Light from Mobile Devices Causes Vision to Degenerate Faster, Study Suggests
Using phones and other gadgets has almost become second nature to many of us, we tend to forget its effects on our health.
Failing My Social Media Detox at Chinese New Year
On the eve of Chinese New Year alone, my hands were glued to my phone…
My Lunatic Memory of Moon Cakes
I have a very strange memory of moon cakes. My country doesn’t strictly celebrate traditional Chinese festivals, unless of course, you go to big Chinatowns and Chinese-populated neighborhoods. Nowadays, the custom of eating these yummy pastries has become more common than it was when I was a kid.
Doctor’s Corner: “Hard Water” in Beijing Could Be Making Your Skin Dry
Did you ever wonder why your skin looks dry after a shower? It’s because of “hard water” and Beijing has a lot of it.