Boston University School of Public Health's latest news, upcoming events, and announcements.
 
 

SPH This Week

January 13, 2019
 
 
 
 
Research
 
 
High-Risk Drinking Common in South Africa
 
Larger-than-average container size is factor most strongly associated with risky consumption levels.
 
 
Dean's Note
 
 
Public Health Means Mental Health
 
We pay far less attention to the prevention of mental illness than we should. Thoughts on why addressing mental health, and the stigma that can surround mental illness, should be core to the work of public health.
 
Public Health Post
 
 
Social Connectedness and Public Health
 
Using Facebook data, these researchers explored how geography and historic migration movements impact social networks.
 
 
Alumni News
 
 
‘Unlike Anything You’ll Ever Do in Life’
 
Alum Samatha Cordova on training to become prevention medicine specialist in US Army Reserves.
 
 
Activist Lab
 
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Converting Grants into Action
 
Student project used Activist Bucks micro-grants to launch reading program for homeless.
 
Research
 
 
Professor Appointed Vice President of New England Fertility Society
 
Shruthi Mahalingaiah previously served on organization’s research committee.
 
 
Research
 
 
Ryan White Program Effective for HIV Care
 
Uninsured patients receiving care through program achieved consistent viral suppression as well as those who transitioned to Medicaid or private insurance.
 
 
PHX
 
 
Winter Institute Brings Skill Building Home for Participants
 
PHX hosted a successful virtual Winter Institute that allowed participants to update their Story Mapping and Geographical Information Systems skills from their home or office, or on the go.
 
School News
 
 
Professor Stanley Lemeshow Receives L. Adrienne Cupples Award
 
Stanley Lemeshow honored for his teaching and research in field of biostatistics.
 
 
 
 
Think. Teach. Do.
For the Health of All
 
 
 
 
In the Media
 
 
Time
 
Should You Quit Drinking for Dry January? Here’s What Experts Say — quotes Richard Saitz, professor of community health sciences.
 
 
Los Angeles Times
 
Would a DNA Test Help You Stick to Your Diet? — quotes Catharine Wang, associate professor of community health sciences.
 
 
Boston Globe
 
Democrats Can Fix the Affordable Care Act — opinion by Jon Kingsdale, associate professor of the practice, health law, policy & management.
 
 
MassLive
 
Why Are Black Residents in Massachusetts More Likely to Die Young? — quotes Candice Belanoff, clinical assistant professor of community health sciences.
 
 
WGBH
 
Boston Public Radio Full Show: 01/03/19 — interview with alum Ali Noorani.
 
 
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Looking Ahead
 
 
Staff Breakfast with the Dean
 
Friday, January 25, 9:30 am – 10:30 am, Founders Room, Talbot 307 Center.
 
 
Student Coffee Chat with Dean Galea
 
Monday, January 28, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Founders Room, Talbot 307 Center.
 
 
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff
 
Tuesday, January 29, 8:45 am – 10:50 am, Hiebert Lounge.
 
 
PUBLIC HEALTH FORUM—Breaking the Cycle of Homelessness and Poor Health: How Can Public Health Be Part of the Solution?
 
Wednesday, January 30, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm, Hiebert Lounge.
 
 
Faculty Breakfast with the Dean
 
Friday, February 1, 10:00 am – 11:00 am, Founders Room, Talbot Building.
 
 
Think. Teach. Do. NYC
 
Tuesday, February 5, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Lotos Club, 5 E. 66th St., New York, NY.
 
 
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION SEMINAR—Remove, Rename, or Replace: Monuments to Past “Heroes” in a Changing Society
 
Wednesday, February 6, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm, Hiebert Lounge.
 
 
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