HSPH in the News Archives
2013
New York’s sugary drink ban struck down
March 12, 2013
Coverage on WBUR’s On Point, March 12, 2013, featuring HSPH's Walter Willett
A call for better governance in global health
March 11, 2013
Given the complex health challenges facing the world today—the continuing threat from infectious diseases, the growing problem of noncommunicable diseases…
Harvard partnership fights HIV/AIDS in Botswana
March 7, 2013
Coverage in The Crimson, March 7, 2013, quoting HSPH's Max Essex and Ric Marlink
HSPH team documents public health concerns at world’s largest gathering
March 7, 2013
Whenever large groups of people gather, sanitation — and the potential health problems caused by poor sanitation — are an…
Reported cure of HIV-infected child generates widespread interest, hope
March 6, 2013
The news that a child in Mississippi has apparently been cured of HIV infection has generated widespread interest and cautious…
Stubbing out cigarettes for good
March 4, 2013
HSPH tobacco control conference coverage in The New York Times, March 4, 2013
Study finds Mediterranean diet reduces heart disease risk
February 28, 2013
Switching to a Mediterranean diet—rich in olive oil, nuts, beans, fish, fruits, vegetables, and wine in moderation—can help prevent about…
Task force finds no need for healthy women to take daily Vitamin D, calcium
February 27, 2013
There currently is not enough scientific evidence to recommend that healthy postmenopausal women should take low daily doses of vitamin…
How 'crunch time' between school and sleep shapes kids' health
February 27, 2013
Coverage of poll co-sponsored by HSPH on NPR, February 27, 2013
Feds set new rules for controversial bird flu research
February 22, 2013
Coverage on NPR, February 22, 2013, featuring HSPH's Marc Lipsitch