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July 15, 2024 — “How we talk about hot weather is seriously flawed. As heat waves become more intense and more frequent because of climate change, we need to change…
Students from the U.S. and beyond took a deep dive into issues of climate change, equity, and public health at an annual weeklong summit at Harvard Chan School.
In the wake of the United Arab Emirates’ heaviest-ever recorded rainfall in April, the nation has experienced a surge in dengue cases. The increase comes amid a worldwide spike in the tropical disease.
July 17, 2024 — A new study co-authored by Francine Laden, SD, Jaime Hart, SD, and Peter James, ScD found that exposure to green space during middle-age may improve cognitive…
In light of new findings that multiple tampon brands contain toxic metals, the FDA should consider stricter monitoring menstrual products, says Harvard Chan School’s Shruthi Mahalingaiah.
June 13, 2024 — A recent New York Times Magazine article featured Tamarra James-Todd, Associate Professor of Environmental Reproductive Epidemiology, and her research concerning endocrine disrupting chemicals in hair relaxers,…
June 19, 2024 – “During extreme heat events, our buildings can turn into ovens, creating a heat crisis indoors that can pose serious health hazards,” writes Kari Nadeau, Chair of…
Researchers designed a “linear urban forest” and plan to quantify its climate- and health-related benefits for U.S. cities, using Springfield, Mass., as a pilot.
A new study from Harvard Chan School, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, and University of Rochester creates a framework for clearer guidance on how to safely consume fish during pregnancy.
