MUN Health

Overview

I created MUN Health to address a problem most healthcare systems overlook: the emotional burden of living with a chronic condition. People with diabetes don't just struggle with medical management—they face anxiety, burnout, and isolation between doctor visits.

The Challenge

The healthcare system excels at measuring blood sugar but often fails to support the human experiencing the disease. I wanted to create continuous emotional support that's accessible anytime, especially during those 3am moments of worry when no one else is available.

My Approach

I built Nova, an AI companion specifically trained to provide empathetic, clinically-informed support for diabetes distress. Rather than generic wellness advice, Nova understands the unique challenges of chronic illness and responds with personalized guidance based on proven psychological frameworks.

The Solution

The platform offers daily check-ins, guided reflection exercises, and on-demand emotional support through conversational AI. Nova learns each user's specific challenges and adapts its approach to their needs, complementing medical care with ongoing psychological support.

Technologies Used

React

Next.js

Tailwind CSS

OpenAI API

Hume AI

PostgreSQL

Drizzle ORM

Outcomes

MUN Health is beginning clinical trials with the University of Colorado to measure its impact on reducing diabetes distress and improving self-management. Early users report feeling "finally understood" and less alone in their struggles with their condition.