The “Designated Driver” campaign—which helped shift the culture of drinking and driving in the U.S.—may offer lessons on how to convince people to take safety precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to its architect, Jay Winsten of Harvard Chan School.
Michelle Williams, dean of the faculty at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, has been recognized by Research!America for effectively communicating important health and science information to the public to contribute to the fight against COVID-19.
Harvard Chan School Dean Michelle Williams outlined 10 ways to address challenges that have undermined public health for decades.
Factors that contributed to the rapid pace of COVID-19 vaccine development could be applied to future epidemics and other global health challenges, according to an article co-authored by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s David Bloom.
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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.
Public health experts are recommending that people take precautions when watching this year’s Super Bowl in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Atul Gawande was quoted on COVID-19 vaccines, wearing masks, and other pandemic-related topics in several media outlets.
Children who experience abuse or neglect, or grow up in unstable environments, have a greater risk of health problems including asthma, cognitive delays, obesity, heart disease and cancer, throughout their lives.
A selection of articles from January 2021 featuring Harvard Chan School experts discussing the coronavirus pandemic.
