Component in common dairy foods may cut diabetes risk
For immediate release: Monday, December 20, 2010 Boston, MA – Scientists at the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and collaborators from other institutions have…
2010 Press Release Archives
Dean Julio Frenk, Prof. Sue Goldie to discuss Global Health Diplomacy at Havard Kennedy School
For immediate release: Friday, December 3, 2010 CAMBRIDGE, MA. – A conversation focusing on global health diplomacy featuring the Minister of Foreign Affairs of…
Scientists discover molecular “switch” that contributes to cellular aging process
Discovery could one day lead to new treatments for metabolic diseases For immediate release: November 30, 2010 Boston, MA – A team of Harvard…
Overweight primarily a problem among wealthier women in low- to middle-income countries
Researchers suggest policies should focus on comprehensive nutritional policy that balances the urgent need to increase nutritional intake among poor, as well as reduce…
Economic downturn takes toll on health of Americans with heart disease, diabetes or cancer, poll finds
Most People With These Diseases Do Not Believe Health Care Reform Law Will Make Them Better Off For immediate release: Thursday, November 18, 2010…
Poll analysis shows Americans have conflicting views about spending on the nation’s public health system
For immediate release: Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Boston, MA – A comprehensive review of national opinion polls shows that Americans have conflicting views about…
Sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome
For immediate release: Wednesday, October 27, 2010 Boston, MA — A new study has found that regular consumption of soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages…
Poll analysis shows prospective voters for Democratic Congressional Candidates and prospective voters for Republicans hold starkly different views on what the next congress should do about new health care law
Results Suggest Outcome of 2010 Congressional Elections Will Be Significant for Future Direction of Health Care Legislation For immediate release: Wednesday, October 27, 2010…
Using mammography to screen women for breast cancer may be less effective in reducing death rates than previously estimated
For immediate release: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 Boston, MA — A new study led by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers has found…
Bacteria identified that may lead to inflammatory bowel disease in genetically susceptible individuals
For immediate release: Thursday, September 16, 2010 Certain bacteria that inhabit the intestine provide the environmental trigger that initiates and perpetuates chronic intestinal inflammation…