Dean Michelle Williams elected to Americares Board of Directors
Michelle Williams, dean of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, has been elected to a three-year term on the board of directors of Americares. The board oversees all aspects of the health-focused relief organization’s health programs, including…
Public health is ‘more relevant than ever’
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the public health field has become more visible and relevant than ever, Dean Michelle Williams told Harvard Chan School graduates at the 2021 virtual graduation ceremony.
Why everyone should learn about public health
Michelle Williams discussed the importance of the field of public health and how racism is a public health issue.
The downside of ‘John Henryism’
When Black Americans push themselves to work harder in response to the constraints of structural racism, it can take a toll on their bodies, according to Duke University professor emeritus Sherman James.
Nurses key to delivering vaccines in developing countries
At a nursing leadership event, speakers cited nurses' critical role in vaccination campaigns, and called for vaccine equity among wealthy and developing nations.
Three Harvard schools and Africa CDC launch inaugural global nursing leadership program at virtual workshop
For immediate release: May 5, 2021 Boston, MA – Recognizing the urgent need to elevate nursing and midwifery leadership around the world, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Harvard Kennedy School, and Harvard Graduate School of Education, together…
Why focusing on public health is good for the economy
Investing in public health is crucial both for keeping people healthy and for maintaining a strong economy, according to Harvard Chan School Dean Michelle Williams.
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health launches public health program for business leaders
For immediate release: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 Boston, MA – Spurred by the global disarray caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health today announced the launch of a new certificate program providing…
Message from the Dean: Crisis and Opportunity
Public health, I’ve often said, is everywhere and nowhere...
Apple Women’s Health Study releases preliminary data to help destigmatize menstrual symptoms
The Apple Women’s Health Study team at Harvard Chan School has released preliminary scientific data on women and their menstrual symptoms, contributed by a cohort of 10,000 participants of varying ages and races across the U.S. participating in…
