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We’re excited to announce that leading COVID-19 vaccine researcher
@KizzyPhD
is joining us as an assistant professor in the Department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases.
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Jean-Jacques Muyembe, a Congolese microbiologist who leads public health emergency responses in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including for COVID-19, is one of
@Harvard
's honorary degree recipients for 2022.
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Today,
@WHO
classified
#COVID19
a
#pandemic
. Remember, the term pandemic refers to the scope of cases of the disease, not the severity of those cases. Thanks to Harvard Chan School epidemiologist
@mlipsitch
for helping us to develop these infographics.
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Something is very wrong in the United States and the United Kingdom, says
@MichaelMarmot
. While the rich continue to enjoy good health and longer lives, he said, the poor are getting sicker and dying younger.
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"Teas do not detox: Our bodies come with livers, kidneys and other bodily processes to do that. These products are no more than a lucrative Trojan horse masquerading as a “wellness hack,” cleverly engineered to get millions of people to abuse laxatives in hopes of looking thin."
.
@jameelajamil
's crusade against the Kardashian family's detox ads is ground zero in the fight against diet scams, writes Harvard public health professor S. Bryn Austin.
Here's why the pseudoscience of weight loss products is so dangerous:
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A 2016 survey found that 72% of Americans rated coconut oil as “healthy,” though only 37% of nutrition experts agreed.
@HSPHnutrition
examines the science behind this popular food
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We love this holiday message from
@HarvardChanDean
:
"There is something better than science and that is science with a moral compass, science in the service of humanity, science that makes current needs responsive to future needs." - William Foege, MPH '65
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On average, medical schools devote only 19 hours to nutrition education over four years.
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The 2020 Harvard Chan School Commencement speaker will be
@muhammadpate
, the Global Director of the Health, Nutrition and Population Global Practice at the World Bank and a professor at Harvard Chan School. Watch the School's online ceremony on May 28.
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Have you ever thought to yourself, "How do I know that 2+2=4? Why isn't it 2+2+5?" PhD student
@kareem_carr
talks about numbers and abstraction with
@PopMech
@HarvardGSAS
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These public health fortune cookies are really inspiring.
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Researchers say that a healthy lifestyle could prevent half of all cancer deaths
#WorldCancerDay
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"Invite me to your Harvard graduation."
In 1997, the sixth-grade teacher of Christin Gilmer, DrPH '18, left this note on her report card. Today, that teacher, Judith Toensing, was at the Harvard Chan School to watch Gilmer graduate.
#HarvardChan18
#Harvard18
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By 2025,
@HHSGov
predicts that there will be a nationwide shortage of nearly 90,000 physicians, many driven away from medicine or out of practice because of the effects of burnout.
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Research supports the use of the Mediterranean diet as a healthy eating pattern for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, increasing lifespan, and healthy aging
#HeartMonth
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More than 30,000 Americans are killed each year by guns, but the federal government has not funded research on gun violence since 1996.
@HarvardChanDean
joined
@SenMarkey
in calling on Congress to fund CDC research on gun violence prevention
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It can be hard to forgive, but research suggests that doing so can have powerful health benefits.
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New research finds that eating several small servings of nuts each week may significantly lower your risk of heart attack or stroke. We talk to the study's author,
@MartaGuasch1
, in this week's podcast
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Gun violence is a public health issue.
Students from Harvard Chan joined students from
@harvardmed
and the Harvard School of Dental Medicine to stand together against gun violence.
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March is
#NationalNutritionMonth
, and it's a great time to learn about the components of a healthy diet. You can get started by checking out our Healthy Eating Plate via
@HSPHnutrition
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"When women don’t control their own reproduction, they don’t control their own health, their economic prospects, or their ability to reach their full potential." -
@HarvardChanDean
in this must-read
@GlobeOpinion
piece.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci on cheap, at-home tests for
#COVID19
: "We have done things infinitely more complicated than that. We have the technology to do it, we can do it."
@drsanjaygupta
@michaelmina_lab
#RapidTest
#FauciAtHarvard
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For black women far more than for white women, giving birth in America can amount to a death sentence. African American women are three to four times more likely to die during or after delivery than white women.
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Congratulations to
@Atul_Gawande
, who has been named the CEO of the new Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, and JPMorgan Chase nonprofit health care organization
@AriadneLabs
@BrighamWomens
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52 people. 28 countries. 28 languages. One simple message: Health is a human right.
#HumanRightsDay
#StandUp4HumanRights
@WHO
@UN
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A healthy plate for the planet should be filled with fruits and vegetables, while the other half should consist of primarily whole grains and plant-based protein foods, with unsaturated oils and modest amounts of animal-based protein foods
#EATLancet
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Good ventilation, in combination with distancing, mask wearing, and reducing classroom density, are the keys to reducing COVID-19 spread in schools, says Harvard Chan healthy buildings expert
@j_g_allen
.
#ReopeningSchools
#HealthyBuildings
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Want to eat healthier in 2018? Instead of adopting a diet, focus on creating healthy and balanced meals in the new year via
@HSPHnutrition
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There’s no need to constantly disinfect surfaces to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, according to healthy buildings expert Joseph Allen of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
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"I have cared for children with asthma whose lungs have been so damaged by contaminated air that they were scarcely able to breathe."
Pediatrician Ari Bernstein of
@HarvardCCHANGE
told Congress that reliance on fossil fuels is damaging the health of children around the world.
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"Politicians with no medical background are chipping away at women’s autonomy over their own bodies and lives — and leaving them to contend with an already overburdened, insufficient healthcare system they’ve done nothing to fix." -
@HarvardChanDean
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Worried about getting exposed to
#COVID19
from a delivered package, restaurant takeout, or groceries from the market? The risk is low, explains
@j_g_allen
in a
@WaPo
op-ed.
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For black women, giving birth in America can often amount to a death sentence: they are three to four times more likely to die during or after delivery than white women. Research shows that racism and discrimination are driving this disparity.
#BMHW19
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A new study finds that eating healthy plant proteins instead of red meat may lower a person's risk for heart disease.
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Watch live on April 18:
@JuanManSantos
, the former president of Colombia and 2016 Nobel Peace Prize winner, joins
@VoicesHSPH
to share lessons in leadership
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This May,
@DrTedros
, director-general of
@WHO
, will serve as commencement speaker at Harvard Chan School's 2021 ceremony.
@HarvardChanDean
says, "We are honored that he will share his remarkable insight and experience with our community.” Read more:
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Black women in America are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women—and a big reason for the disparity may be racism, says Harvard Chan's Ana Langer
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In
@Nature
, Harvard Chan School epidemiologist
@BillHanage
criticizes the UK government's decision to drop mitigation measures against COVID-19: "Getting people to accept small inconveniences for the greater good is what leadership is about."
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Studies suggest that at least half of all cancer cases — estimates range from 30% to upwards of 70% — could be prevented.
The Cancer Miracle Isn't a Cure. It's Prevention.
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Research has shown that dark chocolate may boost heart health, and now new studies suggest that there may benefits for vision as well via
@HarvardHealth
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Most women in the U.S. aren't dying during childbirth because of the complexity of their health conditions, but because of the barriers they face in accessing high-quality maternal care—particularly those who are poor or face racial discrimination.
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A large, long-term study of U.S. men and women shows a link between sugar-sweetened beverages and early death.
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A new study from a team of Harvard Chan researchers estimates that roughly 4,600 people were killed by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. This is 70 times the official estimate via
@nytimes
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Special guests Carson Daly (
@TODAYshow
), Archewell Foundation's James Holt (
@jammyholt
), and
@ProjHealthyMind
's Phillip Schermer spoke on a panel at this week's Creators Summit on Mental Health.
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Today,
@Atul_Gawande
,
@Harvard
professor,
@BrighamWomens
surgeon, author, and founder and chair of
@AriadneLabs
, was named as a member of President-elect Biden’s Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board.
#COVID19
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Our researchers estimate that:
- Scaling up high blood pressure treatment could extend the lives of 39.4 million people
- Cutting sodium intake by 30% could stave off 40 million deaths
- Eliminating trans fat could prevent 14.8 million early deaths
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We spend two-thirds of our lives in our homes. And that's why a research team led by
@j_g_allen
has identified 36 ways to make our living spaces healthier via
@Harvard
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Research shows that a key factor in long life expectancy is social equity
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New research adds to evidence suggesting that changing exercise habits late in life can still make a difference, says Harvard Chan's I-Min Lee.
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Paid maternity leave following the birth of a first child appears to have positive benefits on women’s mental health. Yet the United States is one of only a handful of countries that does not require companies to offer paid maternity leave.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
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Increasing diversity in medicine is not only critical for equity; research shows the absence of diversity may be actively harming patients, writes
@AbraarKaran
via
@bmj_latest
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Burnout among doctors is costing the U.S. health-care system an estimated $4.6 billion a year because of reduced hours, physician turnover, and expenses associated with finding and hiring replacements, according to a
@HarvardHBS
study.
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A new study shows that vaccines have enormous impact not just on health, but on keeping people out of poverty.
#VaccinesWork
@WHO
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"We have prospered because of our history of immigration and our current experience with migrants."
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Older women who take at least one brisk walk a week could potentially reduce their risk of early death by 70%
#NationalWalkingDay
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Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable, but the burden shouldn't fall on individuals alone. Governments, schools, and others must make healthy choices easy choices.
@HSPHnutrition
developed a toolkit with resources to do just that
#WorldDiabetesDay
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The FDA approved two over-the-counter COVID-19 tests on Wednesday. Harvard Chan School epidemiologist
@michaelmina_lab
calls the decision "a huge milestone."
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A new study of 22 million U.S. deaths shows there are no safe levels of air pollution
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"The best teacher I've ever had."
Christin Gilmer talking about her teacher Judy Toensing who was there to watch Gilmer graduate during
#HarvardChan18
.
This 6th-grade teacher once wrote "invite me to your Harvard graduation!" on a student's report card. More than 20 years later, the student did just that.
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On
#WorldHealthDay
we highlight three countries that have successfully implemented universal health coverage.
#HealthForAll
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Today may be
#NationalMilkDay
, but did you know that milk isn’t the only, or even best, source of calcium?
@HSPHnutrition
highlights some non-dairy sources of calcium
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People who eat just two servings of red meat per week may have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to people who eat fewer servings, and the risk increases with greater consumption, according to a new Harvard Chan School study.
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Dietary supplements sold for weight loss, muscle building, and energy are widely used by children and young adults. A new study finds that using these products may have severe health consequences.
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When most people in the U.S. think of calcium, they immediately think of milk. But milk is one of many sources of calcium and there are some important reasons why it may not be the best source for everyone
#NationalMilkDay
@HSPHnutrition
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A diet that includes peanuts may help prevent age-related cognitive decline.
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"Among all diets, the traditional Mediterranean diet is most strongly supported for delivering long term health and wellbeing," says Walter Willett of
@HSPHnutrition
via
@nytopinion
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"Trump’s directive to criminalize a flight from misery and his extraordinarily inflammatory rhetoric has led to immediate widespread damage."
Read a
@HarvardFxb
statement on President Trump's immigration policies
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One of our favorite parts of
#HarvardChan19
is that every student receives a copy of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It's a powerful reminder that health is a fundamental human right.
#Harvard19
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Dr. Anthony Fauci says that at-home, inexpensive antigen tests are "doable," in response to a question from
@michaelmina_lab
about improving US
#testing
capacity, and moving from a medical to a public health model for testing.
#FauciAtHarvard
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New research adds to evidence suggesting that changing exercise habits late in life can still make a difference, says Harvard Chan's I-Min Lee.
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New research shows that having a purpose in life may help people maintain physical function and independence as they age.
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Frequent, rapid
#COVID19Testing
could drive the virus toward elimination within weeks, according to a new study from Harvard Chan School's
@michaelmina_lab
and colleagues from
@CUBoulder
.
#RapidTest
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Today we're celebrating a major public health milestone: U.S. food manufacturers are now banned from using trans fats. Researchers estimate that this could prevent a quarter of a million heart attacks and related deaths each year.
#ByeTransFat
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The odds of a black woman in America surviving childbirth are comparable to those of women in lower-income countries. Research shows that racism and discrimination are contributing to these deaths in the U.S.
#BMHW19
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Vaccines are one of our most powerful public health tools. Here's how they prevent disease.
#NIAM17
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"The evidence is overwhelming that most homicides don’t have anything directly to do with mental health problems," says
@HarvardHPM
's David Hemenway
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March is
#NationalNutritionMonth
—a great time to learn about the components of a healthy diet. A good place to start is
@HSPHnutrition
's Healthy Eating Plate. It's our easy to follow guidance for creating healthy, balanced meals.
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New
@harvardmed
research shows that intense exercise, fasting, and an array of hormones can enhance cells' ability to purge defective, toxic, or unneeded proteins. The findings may someday aid in the battle against Alzheimer’s.
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TOMORROW at 3pm ET,
@HarvardChanDean
presents Dr. Anthony Fauci LIVE in conversation with
@drsanjaygupta
on the
#COVID19Pandemic
. Presented by Harvard Chan School and
@NEJM
. Register now:
#FauciAtHarvard
@ForumHSPH
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"We need to expand the realm of public health to include how we manage our planet’s natural systems: the types of cities we construct, how we produce energy, how we feed ourselves, and how well we protect our marine and terrestrial biodiversity."
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Dean Michelle Williams released a statement reaffirming the School's clear & unwavering support for international students and immigrants.
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As a rule, doctors are trained in “pathogenesis,” the origin of disease, rather than “salutogenesis,” the creation of health, David Eisenberg of
@HSPHnutrition
told
@nytimes
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Learn what separates whole grains from refined grains, and why whole grains offer a “complete package” of health benefits
@HSPHnutrition
#WholeGrainsMonth
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Paid maternity leave following the birth of a first child appears to have positive benefits on women’s mental health later in life.
#MothersDay
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New research has linked a compound found in Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and other cruciferous vegetables to one of the body’s most potent tumor-suppressing genes.
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Men who have high amounts of fat in their abdomens and thighs may have greater risk of developing advanced and fatal prostate cancer than those with less fat in those areas, according to a new Harvard Chan study.
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A recent study found that surgery at high quality hospitals saves lives and costs less money
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Thousands of adults in Arkansas lost insurance coverage in the first six months after Medicaid work requirements were implemented, with no change in employment, according to a new study from
@HarvardHPM
.
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We are excited to announce our joint collaboration with
@Apple
and
@NIH
for the Apple Women’s Health Study, a first-of-its-kind longitudinal study that will employ a smartphone app to advance understanding of menstrual and gynecological health.
#AppleEvent
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A simple solution of water, sugar, and salt is credited with saving tens of millions of lives worldwide from cholera and other diseases.
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We must transform our food system from one that harms our planet and undermines health to one that is sustainable and promotes nutritious eating.
#EATLancet
@TheLancet
@EATForum
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.
@HSPHnutrition
reviewed decades of research on coffee and health. The bottom line: Consuming moderate (3-5 cups) to high amounts (6-10 cups) of black coffee daily may lower your risk of several diseases. Read more:
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May is Mediterranean diet month!
Research supports the use of this diet as a healthy eating pattern for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, increasing lifespan, and healthy aging
@HSPHnutrition
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"The goal is to have a test where you could get a result in 10 minutes, that is sensitive and specific." - Dr. Anthony Fauci, speaking with
@drsanjaygupta
on the future of
#COVID19
testing.
@ForumHSPH
@NEJM
@HarvardChanDean
@CNN
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Few U.S. medical schools emphasize nutrition in their curricula, which is potentially undermining doctors’ abilities to effectively address chronic diseases, including heart disease and cancer
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Students who lived in dormitories without air conditioning during a heat wave performed worse on a series of cognitive tests compared with students who lived in air-conditioned dorms, according to new research from
@HarvardCCHANGE
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Meet Andrea Baccarelli (
@BaccarelliAA
),
@HarvardChanSPH
’s incoming dean! Baccarelli returns to Harvard after several years at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, where he is the Leon Hess Professor and Chair of the Department of Environmental Health. (1/5)
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.
@doccrearperry
told
@MHTF
that there has been no official maternal mortality ratio reported in the U.S. since 2007. “We know exactly how many infants die every year, but we don’t count moms,” she says. “You don’t count what you don’t value.”
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The specific effects of climate change on human health are just beginning to emerge
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