Measles outbreaks show the risks of under-vaccination
Yonatan Grad, professor of immunology and infectious diseases at Harvard Chan School, discusses measles' recent resurgence.
Report calls for regulations around dangerous pathogen research
Marc Lipsitch, professor of epidemiology and director of the Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics at Harvard Chan School, discusses key takeaways from a new report that makes recommendations on strategies for conducting research on dangerous pathogens.
Unlocking new information about vaginal health
Smita Gopinath, assistant professor of immunology and infectious diseases at Harvard Chan School, discusses her path to managing her own lab and her research into an overlooked microbiome.
Those facing greatest risk for severe COVID treated less often
Medicare patients who were at the highest risk for severe COVID-19—such as Black patients, patients older than 90, and patients living in nursing homes—received antiviral treatments less often than those who had the least risk, according to a…
Vaccinologist Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire on COVID-19 vaccines, boosters, and more
Vaccinologist Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire—who played a key role in developing the mRNA-based platform that enabled the creation of COVID-19 vaccines that have protected millions—answers questions about COVID-19 vaccines and boosters, as well as other vaccines.
Sara Bleich, Christian Happi elected to National Academy of Medicine
Two faculty members from Harvard Chan School—Sara Bleich and Christian Happi—have been elected to the National Academy of Medicine.
Ultra-processed foods may increase risk of depression
Eating high amounts of ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of developing depression, according to a new study co-authored by researchers at Harvard Chan School.
Botswana lab known for identifying Omicron variant receives new recognition
When the lab of the Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute Partnership produced the first genetic sequence of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus in fall 2021, the world took notice. More recognition came last month when the lab was…
New treatment for children with HIV shows promise
Roger Shapiro, professor of immunology and infectious diseases, discusses his recent study of a new treatment option for children living with HIV.
Experts reflect on COVID-19, share lessons for future pandemics
The U.S. response to the COVID-19 pandemic was full of missteps—ones that experts say can inform preparations for future global health emergencies.