SPH This Week.
August 29, 2021
Must Reads.
DEAN'S NOTE
As our community returns from summer, a word of welcome and a look ahead.
RESEARCHThe regions may help explain why people are more likely to prefer foods high in protein, fat, and carbohydrates, and could lead to new treatment strategies for metabolic diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. |
SCHOOL NEWSThe newly refurbished center provides students with a safe space to relax between classes, study for exams, and socialize with their peers. |
Opinion.
PUBLIC HEALTH POST
the turning point.
Think. Teach. Do.
ACTIVIST LAB
Ellisa Dockstader, student engagement intern for the Activist Lab at SPH, shares about her role and how students can get involved with the Activist Lab this fall.
PUBLIC HEALTH POSTSPH alum Lauren Buck is a nurse and the public health director for Revere, Mass. She jumped into local public health mid-pandemic, and calls it her dream job despite the long hours, stress and unique responsibilities. |
PUBLIC HEALTH POSTRaven Baxter, also known as Dr. Raven the Science Maven, is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed science educator and molecular biologist. |
RESEARCH
The alternative payment model enables states to negotiate reduced prices with a single drug manufacturer in exchange for exclusive treatment for a state’s Medicaid population.
ALUMNI NEWSLinda Cottler, Dean’s Professor and associate dean for research at the University of Florida, received the prestigious award for her work in mental health, substance use disorders, and community engagement science. |
ALUMNI NEWSSukhmani Bal shares her experiences navigating the mental healthcare system through a series of autobiographical essays to combat stigma and advocate for culturally competent care. |
In the Media.
THE HILL
Article co-written by Julia Raifman, assistant professor of health law, policy & management
GBH NEWS
Interview with Dean Sandro Galea
NEW YORK TIMES
Quotes Eleanor Murray, assistant professor of epidemiology and Helen Jenkins, associate professor of biostatistics
YAHOO
Quotes Davidson Hamer, professor of global health
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In a new @NatureHumBehav study, @SarnowskiChloe and Josée Dupuis identified multiple gene variants that may help explain why people are more likely to prefer foods high in fat, carbohydrate, and protein. Read more: https://bit.ly/38fsnnn
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