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The conservative policy agenda of the second Trump administration could lead to worse health outcomes in the U.S., according to population health experts.
Climate resilience focus at Alumni Weekend 2024
Nearly 200 Harvard Chan School community members, including alumni, students, faculty, and guests, came together in late September to celebrate Alumni Weekend 2024 with an event focused on public health solutions for climate resilience.
How to avoid cinnamon products with potential lead contamination
A Consumer Reports study published in September identified a dozen ground cinnamon products that contained high levels of lead, but experts say there are still ways for people to safely eat the spice.
40 years after Bhopal toxic gas leak, suffering continues
A December 1984 toxic gas leak in Bhopal, India killed and maimed thousands and led to chronic health problems. Survivors of the tragedy—which has been called the worst industrial accident ever—came to Harvard Chan School on Sept. 23…
Environmental justice boot camp offers training on solutions-driven research
At a boot camp held August 15–16 at Harvard Chan School, around 60 environmental health scientists gathered both on campus and online to learn about methods and approaches for studying environmental health disparities.
Lack of safe hair products for Black women in Boston highlighted at art show
A recent art show in the Boston neighborhood of Roslindale provided a platform for community members to explore the factors at play in access to safe hair products among Black women in Boston. The event was conceived by…
Fighting ‘forever chemicals’
PhD student Jahred Liddie discusses his research on PFAS—also known as “forever chemicals” because of their persistence in the environment.
EPA’s proposed stricter lead standards draw complaints
Proposed changes to U.S. regulations on lead levels in drinking water are generating criticism from various quarters.
Chronic exposure to air pollution may increase risk of cardiovascular hospitalization among seniors
Chronic exposure to fine particulate air pollutants may increase seniors’ risk of cardiovascular hospitalization, according to a new study led by Harvard Chan School.
BU-Harvard research coordinating center hosts inaugural climate and health conference
A joint effort of BUSPH and Harvard Chan School, the NIH-funded CAFÉ Research Coordinating Center welcomed more than 1,300 attendees to discuss research and practice at the nexus of climate and health.
