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Being hit by an #SUV increases the likelihood of death or serious injury Findings from analysis of data on 600,000+ collisions include children 82% more likely to be killed if struck by an SUV or LTV rather than smaller vehicle. www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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Children 6 times more likely to be hospitalised if born with syphilis Enny Cruz explains that while #syphilis is preventable & treatable, thousands of women & children in Brazil are severely affected by the infection each year. @lshtm-march.bsky.social www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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Children 6 times more likely to be hospitalised if born with syphilis Enny Cruz explains that while #syphilis is preventable & treatable, thousands of women & children in Brazil are severely affected by the infection each year. @lshtm-march.bsky.social www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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Being hit by an #SUV increases the likelihood of death or serious injury Findings from analysis of data on 600,000+ collisions include children 82% more likely to be killed if struck by an SUV or LTV rather than smaller vehicle. www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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"In terms of green house gas emissions, land use and water, plant based-products are better than meat products." On BBC Radio 4, Sarah Najera discusses plant-based foods their overall environmental impact, #nutritional value and #health benefits. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Our special #WorldImmunisationWeek podcast episode today features a conversation with @lshtm.bsky.social's Dr Sheila Belinda. Sheila tells us about her work on #vaccine development in #Uganda, ranging from #HIV to #COVID19. 🎧👉 soundcloud.com/user-7893872...

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👋Considering studying @‌LSHTM in 2025? Join us at our Spring Open Evening at LSHTM's Keppel Street building, and discover for yourself what makes us the UK’s #1 university for #PublicHealth. Tuesday 13 May 2025 -19:30 Book your place now 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...

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🆕Results from the MENISCUS trial show promising #menstrual health gains in Ugandan schools yet no shift in mental wellbeing or learning outcomes The study highlights the need for holistic menstrual health interventions & policies that go beyond product provision. 🔗 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/uni...

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Gut toxin exposure linked to rising bowel cancer cases In @financialtimes.com, Julian Peto comments on new study suggesting childhood exposure to a gut microbe toxin could explain rise in #BowelCancer among younger people, but cautions other plausible reasons for rise. www.ft.com/content/df0f...

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UK's health security depends on continued investment in global disease research In the Telegraph Liam Smeeth & @lstmnews.bsky.social David Lalloo say Impact Global Health report shows every £ of #GlobalHealth funding lost will cost UK economy & lives. www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...

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On #WorldMalariaDay day explore our specialist short courses🌍🦟 Gain essential skills for precise diagnoses, malaria processing techniques and make impactful contributions to #GlobalHealth. Running 18 - 20 June 2025 👉 bit.ly/3y5A1Ob

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UK's health security depends on continued investment in global disease research In the Telegraph Liam Smeeth & @lstmnews.bsky.social David Lalloo say Impact Global Health report shows every £ of #GlobalHealth funding lost will cost UK economy & lives. www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...

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This #WorldMalariaDay, meet the @lshtm.bsky.social women shaping the future of malaria research. Women bring vital perspectives, innovation, & leadership to the fight against malaria—driving life-saving treatments and scientific breakthroughs. A malaria-free world starts with women in science.

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Ahead of #WorldMalariaDay2025, @lshtm.bsky.social ’s Human Malaria Transmission Facility reports its most successful P. falciparum / A. coluzzii infections to date—advancing lab-based research in the global fight against malaria. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4lL8YiA

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Our first #WorldImmunizationWeek podcast episode is live now! Tune in to hear from @emprestige.bsky.social about their journey from MSc to PhD @lshtm.bsky.social. They also share insider tips on the best lunch spots in central London, so don't miss this. soundcloud.com/user-7893872...

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Today marks the start of #WorldImmunizationWeek. Our @lshtm.bsky.social Vaccine Centre Co-Directors have taken this opportunity to reflect on what is happening in the world of #vaccines and how this affects #health worldwide. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3YLI1Bv

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UNESCO highlights 4 countries that have no food standards in school Times of India reports on @gemreport.bsky.social study, supported by School Meals Coalition, highlighting need for education & training to improve student #nutrition & #health outcomes. timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/f...

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NHS cancer patients denied life-saving drugs due to Brexit costs In The Guardian @martinmckee.bsky.social discusses impacts of #Brexit on #cancer drugs & says it was 'inevitable that Brexit would lead to costly duplication & barriers to collaboration.' www.theguardian.com/science/2025...

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“By reducing nitrogen pollution, we could help protect biodiversity and lessen the severity of pollen allergies.” In @the-independent.com Roberto Picetti comments on new study suggesting nitrogen-fertilised grassland is more likely to trigger hay fever www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...

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"Science-based health messages must be delivered in ways that are accessible to diverse, global audiences." Opinion in @plosglobalpublichealth.org on global health partnerships co-authored by @amayabustinduy.bsky.social & @drrachellowe.bsky.social #PublicHealth 👉 journals.plos.org/globalpublic...

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#Sudan conflict: LSHTM's Maysoon Dahab warns deaths “uncounted” & “invisible”: "A political resolution is essential, but so too is the urgent need to seize every opportunity to save lives through better, more sustained aid to Sudan." #PublicHealth www.linkedin.com/posts/london...

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Our expert comment from @gasparrini.bsky.social explains how the new Health Data Research Service – recently announced by the UK government – could help researchers access health data Read more 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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#Sudan conflict: LSHTM's Maysoon Dahab warns deaths “uncounted” & “invisible”: "A political resolution is essential, but so too is the urgent need to seize every opportunity to save lives through better, more sustained aid to Sudan." #PublicHealth www.linkedin.com/posts/london...

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💫We are getting ready for World #Immunisation Week 2025. 🌍💉 Stay tuned for the release of a daily #podcast with our @lshtm.bsky.social #Vaccine Centre researchers who will be discussing their latest work, life in #academia and lots more. 🗓️First episode out on 24 April 👇

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Looking to develop your skills, gain new knowledge or expand your networks with further studies in 2025? Come along to the @lshtm.bsky.social Spring Open Evening on 13 May to find out what makes LSHTM #1 in the UK for public health. 🌍 Book your place 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...

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Want to understand how to identify gut parasites by microscopy?🔬 Gain essential skills for diagnoses of #HIV-associated #parasites immunosuppressive disorders & #malaria processing techniques on our short course. Running 23-27 June 2025 #PublicHealth 👉 bit.ly/3KPeHUA

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New AI chatbot for parents improves #HPV vaccine uptake 1st trial of #AI tool designed to answer parents' questions about HPV, and reduce health disparities, shows increase in uptake and engagement with #health professionals. #PublicHealth 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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❗️1 in 4 women in England have serious reproductive health issues, survey suggests. Covering areas such as periods, menopause & infertility, the Women’s Reproductive Health Survey captured the #reproductive health & experiences of women & people assigned female at birth. Read more 🔗 bit.ly/4j1zqmq

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Looking for the latest on #PublicHealth? Follow LSHTM's centres, projects & groups for more about our research, courses, and events: go.bsky.app/4FczAGW UPDATE: follow new arrival @lshtm-dash.bsky.social !

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Interested in how #AI could transform #medicine and #PublicHealth? Critically appraise and conceptualise AI applications in health on our new short course designed for #healthcare professionals, researchers & innovators. Runs 17-18 July 2025 Apply 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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Looking for the latest on #PublicHealth? Follow LSHTM's centres, projects & groups for more about our research, courses, and events: go.bsky.app/4FczAGW UPDATE: follow new arrival @lshtm-dash.bsky.social !

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Interested in how #AI could transform #medicine and #PublicHealth? Critically appraise and conceptualise AI applications in health on our new short course designed for #healthcare professionals, researchers & innovators. Runs 17-18 July 2025 Apply 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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West parents warned as fifth of UK measles cases in region In Bristol Live @benk-d.bsky.social & @alxsrobert.bsky.social discuss why #vaccination is best protection against #measles as new figures from UKHSA show cases rising in Bristol & South West England. www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...

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1 in 4 women in England have serious reproductive health issue, survey finds In The Guardian, Melissa Palmer discusses 'stark findings' as almost 3/4 surveyed reported #reproductive or #MenstrualHealth issues, & ethnic inequalities revealed. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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West parents warned as fifth of UK measles cases in region In Bristol Live @benk-d.bsky.social & @alxsrobert.bsky.social discuss why #vaccination is best protection against #measles as new figures from UKHSA show cases rising in Bristol & South West England. www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...

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1 in 4 women in England have serious reproductive health issue, survey finds In The Guardian, Melissa Palmer discusses 'stark findings' as almost 3/4 surveyed reported #reproductive or #MenstrualHealth issues, & ethnic inequalities revealed. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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LSHTM responds to funding cuts and attacks on science A statement from LSHTM’s Executive Team on threats to global health programmes and research: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... #PublicHealth

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LSHTM responds to funding cuts and attacks on science A statement from LSHTM’s Executive Team on threats to global health programmes and research: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... #PublicHealth

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📽️New documentary shines light on healthcare responses to violence against women The powerful film amplifies women's voices & captures the transformative potential of healthcare systems to support women affected by #DomesticViolence Watch👉 bit.ly/43IqzkQ @lshtm.bsky.social @bristoluni.bsky.social

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£5 blood test can predict heart attacks and strokes more accurately In the Daily Express Anoop Shah explains that " #Troponin is a powerful indicator of silent heart muscle damage" & can identify those at risk of #heart problems. www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2038...

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£5 blood test can predict heart attacks and strokes more accurately In the Daily Express Anoop Shah explains that " #Troponin is a powerful indicator of silent heart muscle damage" & can identify those at risk of #heart problems. www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2038...

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Want to support your employees pursuing #GlobalHealth careers?🌍 A 30% bursary is available for groups of 3 or more employees sponsored by an organisation & enrolling onto any #DistanceLearning programme offered by LSHTM in 2025. 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-a...

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New blood test improves #HeartAttack & #stroke risk prediction Anoop Shah of LSHTM explains testing early for protein #troponin would be a "powerful indicator of silent heart muscle damage" & may identify patients at risk.❤️ #PublicHealth www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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We're celebrating #WorldHealthDay🎉 LSHTM's alumni & students are making valuable contributions to #maternal & newborn health. Find out how studying #PublicHealth & #Epidemiology has helped them achieve their #GlobalHealth dreams.🌍 Keisuke's blog 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/aboutus/alum...

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🤱Mothers and newborns deserve a world where they can thrive. 🗣️On #WorldHealthDay, Dr Aduragbemi Banke-Thomas and Dr Hannah Blencowe @lshtm.bsky.social discuss the importance of advancing research to inform action and improve the lives of pregnant women and their babies. #HopefulFutures

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