“The Wisdom of Plagues” by Donald McNeil is a must-read for anyone managing, or covering, future pandemics, writes @DickTofel—but probably not for the reasons you expect. harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

It's #WorldHemophiliaDay . In 2022, Tarun Gidwani wrote an op-ed for HPH about the inaccessibility of drugs for the condition in low- to middle-income countries: 'The injection that can change my life is out of reach where I grew up: in Hyderabad, India.' harvardpublichealth.org/equity/global-…

Many older people are part of the “sandwich generation,” who are caregivers for both their parents and their children. The stress of that workload can lead to mental health issues—and that’s where PEARLS comes in. harvardpublichealth.org/mental-health/…

One year ago today, a new civil war began in Sudan. The director of the country’s Federal Ministry of Health reflects on keeping hope—and public health—alive as hospitals, clinics, and supply lines crumbled. harvardpublichealth.org/global-health/…

Approximately 150 million people in the U.S. have a chronic health condition. Palliative care can offer them crucial support, writes Meredith Lidard Kleeman. harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

Experts say many migrant workers work harsh jobs that leave little time for community connection, leading to mental health challenges. A possible solution? The Bienvenido program, which aims to support Latino workers in rural Minnesota. (via MinnPost) harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

Research suggests weekly service attendance is associated with better health. Yet religion so often overlooked in public health conversations. Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s Tyler VanderWeele asks why. harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

One in four people over age 65 experiences anxiety or depression, yet many never receive treatment. For over 20 years, PEARLS has been working to address this need. Learn more at our next Public Health in Action event with The Studio at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health: harvardpublichealth.org/event/pearls/

The clubhouse model of treating mental illness has been found to lower rates of rehospitalization and improve quality of life and social relationships. The Boston-based group Tunefoolery adds music to the equation. harvardpublichealth.org/mental-health/…

Today's EPA announcement of new drinking water standards will, no doubt, be welcomed by environmental health experts—but the chemical class known as PFAS lingers in more than just our water. harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

One in four people over age 65 experiences anxiety or depression, yet many never receive treatment. For over 20 years, PEARLS has been working to address this need. Learn more at our next Public Health in Action event with The Studio at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. harvardpublichealth.org/event/pearls/

In honor of Black Maternal Health Week ( #BMHW24 ), we are recirculating this piece about access to clean water—literally a matter of life and death for Black mothers. harvardpublichealth.org/equity/clean-w…

An AI-based system could dramatically expand screening for diabetic retinopathy, @HNorms reports for KFF Health News. Implementation is tricky, but the tech can have big benefits for both patients and providers. harvardpublichealth.org/tech-innovatio…

Why did an affluent, well-educated town experience 19 teen suicides in a 15-year period? In their new book, “Life Under Pressure,” sociologists @ProcAnna and @Seth_Abrutyn attempt to answer this question. harvardpublichealth.org/mental-health/…

Approximately 150 million people in the U.S. have a chronic health condition. Palliative care can offer them crucial support, writes Meredith Lidard Kleeman. harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

Nearly 40 countries across Oceania, the Pacific Islands, and parts of continental Asia experience more intense and more frequent climate change events than the rest of the globe. Here's how it affects mental health in the region. harvardpublichealth.org/snapshots/clim…

A decade ago, Chile began to tackle its soaring obesity rates with a law that has proved a model for other countries to follow. How are things going now? @CarlynKolker reports for @ExaminationNews. harvardpublichealth.org/policy-practic…

Contrary to some conventional wisdom, opening overdose prevention centers (OPCs) in two New York City neighborhoods did not lead to an increase in crime. HPH interviewed Brandon del Pozo, the lead author of a study on OPCs. harvardpublichealth.org/snapshots/over…

Popular products and services impact personal behaviors and thus the public’s health. Unfortunately, that impact can be hard to understand. Enter Building H. harvardpublichealth.org/snapshots/meas…

Great new feature from Harvard Public Health magazine - SNAPSHOTS. Quick takes on novel studies, reports, and other notable work in public health, as discussed with by lead authors.
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