‘Purpose in life’ may help healthy aging
Having a purpose in life may play an important role in helping people maintain physical function as they age, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The study was published August 16,…
Optimism may reduce risk of dying prematurely among women
For immediate release: December 7, 2016 Boston, MA – Having an optimistic outlook on life—a general expectation that good things will happen—may help people live longer, according to a new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public…
Americans stressed by presidential race
Does the contentious presidential race have you feeling stressed? Then perhaps volunteer to help out with the election or turn off the TV and practice some stress management techniques, advised Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s Laura…
Happiness might boost health — but how?
Although some scientists are skeptical about the notion that happiness can improve health, researchers at the new Lee Kum Sheung Center for Health and Happiness at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health hope to amass enough evidence…
Trauma and PTSD symptoms linked to increased risk of blood clots in women
For immediate release: May 14, 2016 Boston, MA ─ Women who have experienced trauma and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be at greater risk for developing a potentially fatal blood clot disorder called venous thromboembolism (VTE)…
Childhood stress linked with greater risk of heart disease, diabetes in adulthood
Persistent emotional stress that we experience as children — whether due to financial challenges, death of a loved one, or relationships that cause anxiety — may make us more prone to health issues as adults, according to a…
Long-term depression may double stroke risk for middle-aged adults
Study finds stroke risk remains elevated even after depressive symptoms improve For immediate release: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Boston, MA ─ Adults over 50 who have persistent symptoms of depression may have twice the risk of stroke as those…
Laura Kubzansky recognized for contributions to field
October 30, 2013 — Laura Kubzansky, professor of social and behavioral sciences at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH), recently was elected to the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research (ABMR). Kubzansky, also…
Panelists examine effects of stress on health at Forum talk
March 8, 2013 -- Most Americans say they have higher stress levels than they believe are healthy, according to the American Psychological Association’s recent Stress in America survey. One in three report living with extreme stress. Such stress can…
HSPH papers recognized as some of 2011's most influential public health research
December 8, 2011 -- Congratulations to three HSPH papers, which were recognized in the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's (RWJF) list of the Most Influential Research of 2011. The foundation chose 20 articles as finalists, based on both "solid research" and…
