In the News Archives

Experts quoted in a December 17, 2012 Washington Post article—including Michael Rich, MPH ’97 and an associate professor in the Department of Society, Human … Continue reading “Should young children use iPads?”

Mercury released into the air and then deposited into oceans is increasingly contaminating seafood commonly eaten by people in the United States and globally, … Continue reading “New findings on mercury contamination and seafood”

When disclosing a medical error to patients, health care providers should follow up with a proactive offer of compensation—but patients’ responses may not be … Continue reading “Study reveals complexities of disclosing and compensating for medical mistakes”

A new study by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers found that coffee consumption lowered women’s risk of type 2 diabetes by eight … Continue reading “Coffee: Drink up, but watch the cream and sugar”

Coverage in the Harvard Crimson featuring HSPH’s Nicolas Menzies, November 26, 2012

Coverage on Boston.com, November 26, 2012, featuring HSPH’s Anne Lusk

Being younger than one’s classmates affects academic performance throughout childhood and into puberty and increases children’s risk of being prescribed stimulants for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder … Continue reading “Younger students more likely than older peers to be prescribed ADHD medications”

In 2012, Mexico achieved a significant milestone – enrolling 52.6 million previously uninsured Mexicans in public medical insurance programs and thereby achieving universal health … Continue reading “Insurance expansion improving health, preventing medical bankruptcies in Mexico”

Coverage on WBUR, November 16, 2012, featuring HSPH’s John McDonough