Some 166 million micronutrient deficiencies could be averted by 2030 if the global production of marine and freshwater foods is increased by 15.5 million tons (8%), new research has found. The study published by Nature highlighted several ways in which… Read More ›
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Study sheds light on link between colorectal cancer and diet high in red meat
Diets high in red and processed meats have been linked with colorectal cancer, and a recent study helps explain why. The study, designed by Kana Wu, principal research scientist at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, found that frequent consumption of red and processed meat… Read More ›
Ensuring safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines for vulnerable populations
Although COVID-19 vaccines have begun reaching people around the world, challenges remain to ensuring that the vaccines help those who are most vulnerable, according to an article co-authored by experts from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Air pollution linked with higher COVID-19 death rates
People with COVID-19 who live in U.S. regions with high levels of air pollution are more likely to die from the disease than people who live in less polluted areas, according to a new nationwide study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Africa CDC head is driving a new public health agenda on the continent
Africa faces a range of public health challenges, from infectious diseases such as cholera, malaria, Ebola, HIV, and more recently, coronavirus, to a growing burden of chronic diseases. Other problems in Africa, including poverty, armed conflicts, and government mismanagement, complicate efforts to address health issues.
Cervical cancer elimination possible within two decades in the U.S.
Scaling up cervical cancer screening coverage in the U.S. to 90% could expedite elimination of the disease and avert more than 1,000 additional cases per year, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Healthy low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets may reduce risk of premature death
When eating a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet (LCD or LFD), choosing healthy foods is key to reducing the risk of premature death, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.