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More than 500 people worldwide spent two intense days developing innovative ideas to tackle health care challenges at an early April hackathon organized by the Health Systems Innovation Lab at Harvard Chan School.
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Diseases related to problems in immune health—from nasal allergies to food allergies to rheumatoid arthritis to colorectal cancer—have spiked in recent years, and climate change appears to be playing a role, according to Harvard Chan School’s Kari Nadeau.
How studying the ‘exposome’ can reveal harmful environmental exposures
In the not-too-distant future, doctors may be able to determine what sort of damaging exposures their patients have faced—everything from toxic chemicals to unhealthy foods—all from a blood test. This largely invisible collection of exposures is known as…
Lead pipe replacement free in Boston, but uptake slow
A year-old program offers property owners in Boston free replacement of old lead service lines that carry water from the public supply to homes. But only about 400 homeowners have taken advantage of the program so far, according…
EPA’s proposed stricter lead standards draw complaints
Proposed changes to U.S. regulations on lead levels in drinking water are generating criticism from various quarters.
Smoke from cooking carries health risks
In sub-Saharan Africa, cooking indoors with air polluting fuels may lead to higher risks of cancer and lung disease, particularly for women and children, according to experts.
Trailblazer for women’s health reflects on career
Yerby Lecturer Vivian Pinn shares lessons learned in her roles at Howard University and the National Institutes of Health.
Where in the world is Tim Rebbeck?
Tim Rebbeck, a leading expert in cancer etiology and disparities, travels the world advancing the mission of the Zhu Family Center for Global Cancer Prevention.
Why we’re here: Tackling cancer, from early detection to artificial intelligence tools
Harvard Chan Magazine spoke with two PhD students pursuing projects with the potential to transform cancer care.
Alumni perspective: My dad’s cancer taught me why health disparities are so deep—and so stubborn
It's one thing to understand health disparities intellectually. It’s another to see them play out within your own family.
