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Reporting on humanitarian crises: A new approach to global storytelling

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyoADcNNUtQ Presented jointly with the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative The ruthless drivers of climate change, armed conflict, and natural disasters have sparked wave after wave of humanitarian crises — and at times, it’s too easy to dismiss the consequences. Journalist Heba Aly will not allow such complacency. As CEO of The New Humanitarian, an independent nonprofit, … Continue reading "Reporting on humanitarian crises: A new approach to global storytelling"

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How Costa Rica became a global leader on climate and health: A Q&A with President Carlos Alvarado Quesada

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRRsBpNHHdU Presented jointly with Harvard Public Health magazine  Costa Rica offers a remarkable number of public health lessons to the world—from an historic national decarbonization plan and smart investments in renewable energy, to universal health care and life expectancies that surpass the U.S. In this fast-paced Q&A, Carlos Alvarado Quesada, the 48th President of the … Continue reading "How Costa Rica became a global leader on climate and health: A Q&A with President Carlos Alvarado Quesada"

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The fight for gender-affirming health care

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https://youtube.com/live/hbroz0CQ0H8?feature=share Transgender health care is under attack. Numerous states have passed or are considering bans and limitations on gender-affirming care for youth—and in some cases, for adults. The bans have put trans youth at the center of a culture war in which their physical health, emotional wellbeing, and sense of self hangs in the balance. … Continue reading "The fight for gender-affirming health care"

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Ending the stigma: Empowering men to prioritize mental health

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM2PUV9mj00 Presented jointly with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Center for Health Communication  American men are far less likely than women to receive mental health treatment. One factor: Stigma around seeking care. Our panelists will explore ideas for overcoming that stigma and look at how friends, families, and colleagues can best support … Continue reading "Ending the stigma: Empowering men to prioritize mental health"

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Studio Open House

In Person

The Studio at HSPH is thrilled to invite you to our open house! Join us August 29 at 1pm in the 10th floor Studio space to discover the world-class programming The Studio produces, enjoy a complimentary lunch, and spend some time with therapy dog Sophie. Come by and enjoy some free swag! No registration required.

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Leadership through crisis: A conversation with former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxGEqqcrKyQ After nearly 30 years in public service, Lori Lightfoot was elected mayor of Chicago in 2019, becoming the first Black woman and openly gay person to hold the office. A year later, the COVID pandemic hit, elevating the urgency of her mission to repair the disintegrating social safety net and steer investment to marginalized … Continue reading "Leadership through crisis: A conversation with former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot"

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America’s housing crisis: Policy levers to drive change

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dX1BR7peTxQ The number of people experiencing homelessness has been rising steadily in the U.S., to nearly 600,000 last year. Adrianne Todman, deputy secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, aims to achieve the Biden administration’s goal of cutting homelessness by 25% within the next two years. She brings a track record of success … Continue reading "America’s housing crisis: Policy levers to drive change"

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The STI surge: Combatting America’s sexual health crisis

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imMZYMZLKKI STI rates are surging across the U.S. — and public health departments are struggling to keep up. Our experts will explain what these rising rates mean for sexual, reproductive, and infant health and talk through how we can increase access to care. We’ll also discuss the latest innovations in treatments and prevention.  Register for … Continue reading "The STI surge: Combatting America’s sexual health crisis"

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When antibiotics fail: Solving the deadly superbug threat

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https://youtube.com/live/xXbderf_V70?feature=share Antibiotics save millions of lives — but what happens if they stop working? The WHO calls antimicrobial drug resistance, or AMR, one of the largest threats to global health and food security; it kills more people annually than HIV/AIDS or malaria. Without intervention, we risk returning to a pre-antibiotic era where common infections are … Continue reading "When antibiotics fail: Solving the deadly superbug threat"

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Prepping for the next pandemic: How the tiny Kingdom of Bhutan aims to lead the world

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https://youtu.be/je2jTO9OfAc Bhutan Health Minister Dechen Wangmo is already thinking about the next pandemic. She is leading work on the World Health Organization’s global pandemic treaty, with the goal of improving preparedness and laying the foundation for a more nimble, humane, and equitable response. Wangmo comes to the task after presiding over an exceptionally effective pandemic response in … Continue reading "Prepping for the next pandemic: How the tiny Kingdom of Bhutan aims to lead the world"