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Five years after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic, experts have been assessing what went wrong, what went right, the current state of the disease, and what to expect going forward. Harvard Chan School’s Bill Hanage is among those who weighed in.
Tuberculosis—its prevalence, its disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations, and complicated global politics that can thwart efforts to rein it in—was the focus of a series of events at Harvard Chan School in February and March.
Karestan Koenen, an expert in stress and trauma, discusses the impact of the uncertainty roiling the public health field—and offers tips on how to cope.
Protein, along with fat and carbohydrates, is key to keeping the body functioning properly. But people are likely eating too much of it, according to experts. A Feb. 8 article…
Red and processed meats have been linked with increased cancer risk in numerous studies—yet there aren’t warning labels on these foods. The reasons for this are complex, according to Harvard Chan School’s Timothy Rebbeck.
Cancer FactFinder, an online tool, allows readers to check the facts on common claims about cancer risk. FactFinder editor in chief Timothy Rebbeck helped develop this quiz to help readers make healthier choices.
The internet is rife with information about how to prevent and treat cancer, but much of what patients encounter is confusing, outdated, and harmful, said experts at a recent Harvard Chan School Studio event.
