Xia ZhiHan

Xia ZhiHan is a second-year postgraduate student at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, pursuing a Master of Public Health degree, expected to graduate in June 2027. She is mentored by Professor Zhang An, who possesses extensive research experience in health policy and community health services. Recognizing the crucial role of health policy in promoting high-quality community health services and improving grassroots health equity, Xia ZhiHan has chosen to focus her studies in this field. During her undergraduate studies at Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Sciences, where she majored in Health Inspection and Quarantine, Xia engaged in community mental health practices, visiting communities for mental health surveys and education, which honed her teamwork and communication skills. Additionally, she has long been involved in mental health volunteer activities, helping patients with social skills training such as pastry making, and has perceived the vital role of non-pharmacological interventions in mental health. Through years of dedicated learning and practical experience, Xia has developed a systematic understanding of health policies. She is eager to integrate her public health expertise with community mental health practices to contribute to the optimization and development of mental health services and better serve the broader community.