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Nov 18, 2022

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The average life expectancy in Costa Rica is currently 81 years old. — far outpacing the U.S. What’s behind Costa Rica’s remarkable success? Román Macaya,

@geli_patricia

, and

@Asaf_Bitton

will discuss this and more. Register for the Jan. 27th event: hsph.me/CostaRica

Jan 25

On 2/8, neuroscientist Husseini Manji, who has led global research at

@NIH

and in private industry, will join #HarvardChanStudio to discuss the future of mental health care. ▶️ Register: hsph.me/manji

Jan 20

On Jan. 27, the #HarvardChanStudio will host Román Macaya, Former President and Chairman, Costa Rican Social Security. He will be in conversation with

@Asaf_Bitton

and

@geli_patricia

. Discussion about Costa Rica's health care success and more. Register: hsph.me/CostaRica

Jan 20

As Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin recovers from a cardiac arrest, research scientist Rachel Grashow shares insights on player health from the Football Players Health Study at Harvard University.

Examining the potential health dangers of pro football—and how to protect players

Research scientist Rachel Grashow, director of epidemiological research initiatives with the Football Players Health Study at Harvard University, comments on the recent cardiac arrest suffered by t…

Jan 18

This winter, Harvard Chan students traveled the world and made amazing connections. Dee Jordan, MPH-45 student, met

@USAmbCL

Bernadette Meehan while in Chile for a

@GHP_HarvardChan

winter course.

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Jan 9

Grata bienvenida a la Dra. Dee Jordan y compañeros del Prog de Salud Global de la Escuela de Salud Pública Chan de Harvard que están en

para profundizar conocimientos. #SociosParaUnFuturoMejor #ChileEEUU200 @HarvardHSPH @GHP_HarvardChan, @BWFUND @BellaAcademic @HarvardDRCLAS

A platform to explore themes that reflect the unique health context on the continent and opportunities to improve health outcomes.

Jan 18

The Harvard Chan Africa Health Students Forum will present the inaugural "Africa Health Conference" on Feb. 18 & 19 - registration is now open!

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Africa Health Conference

Jan 17

Research scientist Ronald Panganiban discusses a paper he co-authored with professor Quan Lu on the mechanism behind obesity-related asthma—and existing compounds that could be re-purposed to treat it.

Mechanism behind obesity-related asthma identified

Ronald Panganiban, research scientist in the Department of Environmental Health at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, discusses a recent paper he co-authored with Quan Lu, Cecil K and Phili…

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Jan 17

Trying out #DryJanuary? We talked to doctor and writer

@AaroneCarroll

about the latest health advice on alcohol. Dr. Carroll’s suggestion? Drinking less is always best. But total abstinence isn’t necessary for good health. #DampJanuary

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If Dry January feels, well, dry, try "Damp" January instead

A Dry January can be a reset for the sober curious, says pediatrician Aaron E. Carroll. But total abstinence isn’t necessary for good health.

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Jan 16

A most inspiring #MLK quote for all time: " I choose to give my life for those who have been left out of the sunlight of opportunity"

#spirituality #publichealth #healthequity

Jan 16

The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public health is closed today in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dr. King's legacy of service continues to inspire public health work around the world.

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"
Martin Luther King Jr.

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Jan 16

Learn about the key factors that influence longevity, the importance of vitamin D, and how to make healthy eating affordable in this year's healthy living guide!

Healthy Living Guide 2022/2023

A Digest on Healthy Eating and Healthy Living Throughout 2022, food and nutrition were often in the spotlight, perhaps most notably with the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health.…

Connecting Climate Change and Health

Jan 15

MD/PhD student Madeleine Kline talks about her experience realizing how climate change affects our health, and her thoughts on the macro-level issues that climate change poses to health care professionals.

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HMS to embed climate change, impact on health in MD curriculum

Coronavirus FAQ: How do I avoid catching COVID while flying in 2023?

Jan 15

The newest COVID variant is reportedly the most contagious yet. How do you avoid the virus while flying? Leonard Marcus, co-director of

@HarvardNPLI

provides tips to help you stay healthy.

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You'll see testing in some airports these days — it's just like we're going back in time! And speaking of looking back, the things that protected fliers from COVID then are still a good idea.

Jan 14

Healthy eating can be expensive, but

@HSPHnutrition

is here to help with ideas for budget-friendly healthy meals.

Strategies for Eating Well on a Budget

An all-too-common mantra says, “It’s too expensive to eat healthy.” It’s true that when comparing specific foods like organic fruits with conventional fruits, the former tends to be a few dollars m…

3 steps for addressing health equity in Mass. - CommonWealth Magazine

Jan 14

How do we address #HealthEquity in Massachusetts? Lumas Joseph Helaire, assistant dean for population health management and health equity education, highlights ways to tackle the #PublicHealth challenges.

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MAURA HEALEY made history when she was sworn in as the 73rd governor of Massachusetts. She will have no shortage of challenges to tackle in the early days of her administration—but it is critical...

Jan 14

We love seeing our students collaborating with colleagues around the world!

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My lovely colleagues and our amazing professors from the @HarvardChanSPH and @FMUSPoficial at the Harvard-Brazil Collaborative Course!!! Look, even the sun came out!!! @marciacastrorj @Adriano_Massuda

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The gas stove debate: are they actually bad for your health?

A U.S. official sparked a furor this week by considering a ban on gas stoves. But just how bad are gas stoves for your health, really?

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A growing body of evidence shows gas stoves may pose health risks, especially in housing with poor ventilation, and contribute to climate change.

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The Nutrition Source

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Jan 10

Check out the 3rd edition of our Healthy Living Guide, which explores the research behind healthy habits, and offers tips and strategies for daily life.

Healthy Living Guide 2022/2023

Jan 13

Hussain Lalani, SM ’23, who was recently named a

@statnews

Wunderkind, says tackling prescription drug affordability is key to creating health equity.

Making prescription drugs affordable

Hussain Lalani, SM ’23, was named STAT Wunderkind for his efforts to tackle high prescription drug prices.

A recent study from

@stefaniapapath2

discusses the dangers of heat during #pregnancy—and what pregnant people can do to protect themselves during days of extreme heat driven by #ClimateChange.

The dangers of heat during pregnancy

Stefania Papatheodorou, lecturer in epidemiology, discusses the implications of a new study that linked higher temperatures with impaired fetal growth, and how pregnant people can protect themselve…

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People often experience #homelessness after a series of complex traumas - but homelessness itself can exacerbate that trauma. Hear family nurse practitioner Maggie Sullivan of

@BHCHP

and

@FXBHarvard

on the latest episode of Better Off: hsph.me/better-off

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SHINE Harvard

@SHINEHarvard

Jan 11

"Our study also provided new evidence on the importance of character strengths for human flourishing," says Weziak-Bialowolska. New

@SHINEHarvard

and

@HFHarvard

research on valuing well-being and impacts for sustainability.

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Study explores whether valuing well-being leads to achieving well-being

Researchers from SHINE and the Human Flourishing Program have published a new paper in Sustainability exploring whether the importance assigned to ...

Jan 11

According to new research from Harvard Chan School, following the healthy eating patterns recommended in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is linked to a lower risk of premature death.

Variety of healthy eating patterns linked with lower risk of premature death

For immediate release: January 9, 2023 Boston, MA—A variety of healthy eating patterns are linked to reduced risk of premature death, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Pub…

If Dry January feels, well, dry, try "Damp" January instead

Jan 9

A month of mindful drinking—instead of completely abstaining for #DryJanuary—may be a good reset for the sober curious. Learn more in

@PublicHealthMag

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A Dry January can be a reset for the sober curious, says pediatrician Aaron E. Carroll. But total abstinence isn’t necessary for good health.

Jan 5

Since 2011,

@HomelessHOU

has placed almost 26k people in permanent housing & reduced homelessness by 63% in the Houston area, following a #HousingFirst model designed to eliminate barriers for people who are unhoused. Listen to this episode of Better Off: bit.ly/3XbTg2S

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Jan 4

Living near green spaces, parks, or bodies of water may help protect older adults from first-time hospitalizations for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, according to a large new study led by Harvard Chan School.

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Dec 21, 2022

Harvard Chan School’s Public Health Innovation x Technology Student Forum creates virtual and in-person opportunities for students to get together for inspiration and discussion about new ideas to solve public health problems.

Students bring inspiration, innovative solutions to public health problems

Harvard Chan School’s Public Health Innovation x Technology Student Forum creates virtual and in-person opportunities for students to get together for inspiration and discussion about new ide…

Dec 21, 2022

Beauty + Justice looks at the history and context surrounding beauty injustices, the potential impacts on health—from asthma to early menstruation to breast cancer—and the sometimes painful emotional toll of trying to attain a certain beauty standard.

A new podcast called Beauty + Justice looks at the history and context surrounding beauty injustices, the potential impacts on health—from asthma to early menstruation to breast cancer—and the some…

When beauty causes harm

Dec 19, 2022

“A healthy workforce is the foundation for thriving organizations and healthier communities,” Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said in a press release. “[Making changes] will be worth it, because the benefits will accrue for workers and organizations alike.”

Work and Well-Being Initiative advises on new Surgeon General’s Framework

Researchers affiliated with the Work and Well-Being Initiative served as advisors for a new Surgeon General’s Framework on workplace mental health and well-being.

Dec 16, 2022

Harvard Chan School’s Nancy Krieger and colleagues have updated and broadened a project aimed at training people in how to track and monitor socially related disparities having to do with where a person lives.

Project uses geographic data to show that where a person lives matters to their health

Harvard Chan School’s Nancy Krieger and colleagues have updated and broadened a project aimed at training people in how to track and monitor socially related disparities having to do with whe…

Dec 16, 2022

Harvard Chan School’s Community Engaged Learning Fellows partner with organizations and community members to learn about and help address locally identified public health problems.

Community engaged learning brings students, locals together to solve health problems

Harvard Chan School’s Community Engaged Learning Fellows partner with organizations and community members to learn about and help address locally identified public health problems.

Dec 16, 2022

Cindy Leung, assistant professor of public health nutrition, discusses her work linking food insecurity and food addiction.

Working at the intersection of nutrition and health equity

Cindy Leung, assistant professor of public health nutrition at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, discusses a recent paper she co-authored linking food insecurity and food addiction, as wel…

Dec 15, 2022

Epidemiology—and turning research findings into policy—are both key to improving public health, said German health minister Karl Lauterbach at the 174th Cutter Lecture.

Epidemiology—and turning research findings into policy—are both key to improving public health, says German health minister Karl Lauterbach at Cutter Lecture.

From evidence to impact

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Dec 15, 2022

Claudine Gay has been elected the 30th president of Harvard University

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Harvard names Claudine Gay 30th president

Social scientist and dean of largest University faculty excited to seize “moment of possibility.”

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Dec 15, 2022

A new study has found that pollination loss removes healthy foods from diets and increases chronic diseases causing excess deaths.

Pollination loss removes healthy foods from global diets, increases chronic diseases causing excess...

Inadequate pollination has led to a 3-5% loss of fruit, vegetable, and nut production and an estimated 427,000 excess deaths annually from lost healthy food consumption and associated diseases, inc…

Dec 14, 2022

Join us today at 1 pm EST for a Q&A with

@EPA

's David Cash, regional administrator of New England. The conversation will be moderated by

@mweissko

and presented jointly with the

@hsphniehsctr

. Register: hsph.me/DavidCash

Dec 14, 2022

Recently, the #HarvardChanStudio hosted an event on the emerging field of #NeuroArts.

@susanmagsamen

, Executive Director of the International Arts + Mind Lab, explained how various forms of art can provide relief from #PTSD and help process traumatic events.

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