Harm to kids and families outweighs COVID risks, says Harvard Chan School expert Joe Allen
The Coronavirus Update
COVID generation missing out on talk and touch necessary for brain development
Experts hoping to see variant improvement in a few more weeks
GenderSci Lab finds social factors, not biological difference between sexes, play biggest role by far
Research detects COVID variant in blood, placentas of women who had stillbirths, pregnancy complications
Leading experts offer insights as cases hit record highs nationwide and new in-person semester nears
Traditional regimens of COVID-19 vaccines do not neutralize the fast-spreading variant
Based on numbers and trends elsewhere, variant’s profile slowly emerging, though questions remain
Harvard Med specialist says there are reasons to believe such problems with antiviral drug may not become major issue
President’s chief medical adviser outlines early Omicron findings, urges more robust effort to bring pandemic under control, including through global vaccination
Early findings on transmissibility and immune escape, combined with danger posed by Delta, add urgency to calls for vaccination, testing, other safety measures
Findings hold warning for tracking efforts as governments, health officials navigate pandemic
Antibody levels higher when people receive SARS-CoV-2 vaccine in the afternoon, say researchers
New study sheds light on COVID mutations, immune escape
Harvard epidemiologist shares early impression of variant as first U.S. case is identified in California
Vaccinated shed virus for shorter period of time, less likely to spread COVID
Large-scale study finds Moderna slightly more effective in preventing COVID-19 infection, hospitalization, and death
Harvard professors and advisory group members detail where things stand
Epidemiologist who modeled variants awaits clearer picture, but says travel restrictions are unlikely to help
What happens to our immune systems when we get a booster and will COVID boosters stay on the list?
Chan School event seeks way forward for patients, medical professionals
Disulfiram, a treatment for alcoholism, may cut severe SARS-CoV-2 infection, reduce likelihood of dying from COVID-19
Med School specialists say they may cut hospitalizations, deaths and offer big boost to nations struggling with low vaccination rates
Intestine Chip enables effective in vitro study of coronavirus infections of the human gut and testing of potential treatments
Amid winter surge, researchers’ tool helped hospitals tell the difference
Pediatric infectious diseases expert looks at doses and potential side effects
14 nurses on life and work during COVID
Speed of procurement and distribution can maximize public health benefits, economic efficiency in low- and middle-income countries
Analysis is first to examine differences in transfer of mother's antibodies
Study finds kids to be potential spreaders of COVID-19 and emerging variants
Researchers looked at 15 million people to find the answer
Pockets of unvaccinated older people leave northern states vulnerable to COVID surge, expert warns
But that depends on vaccination rates, control tactics, and absence of more powerful variant
But Med School expert says agency must make final call on safety, efficacy
Health Services chief points to air filtration systems, high vaccination rates, masking and testing protocols, and other measures
Study links healthy plant-based foods with lower risks of getting COVID-19 and of having severe disease after infection
Epidemiologist Marc Lipsitch urges masking, other safety measures to support in-person school
Graduate School of Education experts offer guidance as another pandemic school year begins
Public health experts say lessons from abroad suggest simple, familiar tactics can rein in the COVID variant
Disney Co. is model for other employers when it comes to COVID, forum finds
Simulator shows that without more masks and vaccinations, delta variant could be riskiest yet
Researchers find fine particulate pollution associated with increased risk of COVID-19 cases and death in three western U.S. states
Difficult to predict timeline as duration of vaccine protection, social contact, and transmissibility play key roles, says expert
New study suggests practical strategies to help children through a pandemic
But specially targeted ones fail to enhance effect in Black communities, Harvard-led study finds
MGH team suggests early release for inmates at low risk of reoffending
Low-cost device lets consumers check themselves for multiple strains of SARS-CoV-2 at home
Experts stress testing, vaccination amid delta surge
Obama-era White House counsel looks beyond vaccination mandate to possible follow-up orders, litigation
Vaccine campaigns should elevate local voices to puncture resistance, says public health specialist
Assessing political, social impact of pandemic, scholar zeroes in on structural factors behind death rate
Businesses need to communicate more with customers and empower workers, expert says
HUHS director discusses new COVID-19 policies and looks ahead to the fall
Coronavirus ultimately not over, says Chan School's Hanage
Take small steps back after pandemic trauma, psychologist says
Experts urge global reform now, before all is forgotten and a deadlier pandemic begins
Single-shot COVID-19 vaccine generates robust immune responses against variants
Follow-up research links Ill. county jail with community spread of coronavirus
Health and safety chiefs outline guidelines for students, professors, and staff
Student’s project found queries mirrored course of illness, foretold rise in cases
Started to help us cope, some new habits turned out to be good ones
Computer science expert says heavy use during pandemic offered lessons on best uses and fallout of haves and have-nots
Chan’s Subramanian offers on-the-ground perspective as COVID-19 surges
Researcher tracks evolution of pandemic anxieties that occupy our sleeping minds
Team of researchers identify protein ‘signature’ of severe COVID-19 cases
Emulating human lung airway in vitro identified helpful effects of antimalarial drug amodiaquine, now in clinical trials
Chan School’s Castro says the factors are many, but biggest may be failure of leadership, denial of science
But Fauci says uncertainty remains due to questions about variants, length of immunity
A West Virginia EMT says juggling classes, 12-hour shifts helped keep her connected
He drove us to games and recitals and taught us to stand up for our beliefs
Healthy Buildings was a nascent field, Joseph G. Allen says, until COVID
Carol Marie Chandler believed in the power of education to transform lives
Medical School’s Maley explains Beth Israel program to treat lingering ailments
A science and medical reporter offers an intimate look at the pandemic's personal impact
Chan School’s Mina says despite vaccination campaign success, diagnostic tools still important
It was crackers and Scrabble at the cottage and, later, dinnertime jokes at the care unit
Ed School dean says flexibility, more hours key to avoid learning loss
Student’s paper finds resonances between the 1918 pandemic and one a century later
Both the problem and the intervention have long histories
Pregnant women show robust immune response to coronavirus vaccines, pass antibodies to newborns
Survey finds new lifestyle preferences drive new era for workplace
Expert says every $1 spent manufacturing doses reaps $5 in worldwide benefits
A year later, Harvard undergrads join Junot Díaz and others in audio version of Radcliffe series
Highlights need for vaccines to aim at multiple targets to minimize risk of resistance
Native COVID-19 relief fund plans to use excess funds to build community resilience
Chan and Brigham’s Mina says virus won’t vanish despite greater vaccine availability
Health experts, leaders, and staff offered input, helped devise policy and procedures
Psychologist says study of youth problems offer clues for months, years ahead
COVID-19 isolation has undercut the human need for collective mourning, expert says
Consortium experts note that higher participation in inoculations will be needed
Expert says falling COVID rates, rising vaccinations, timing may hamper spread
Looking at the particular challenges the government faces with digital projects
Various innovations, rise of women leaders, greater collaboration between scientists, clinicians, to name few
Robust social network is key to easing pain, avoiding downward spiral, study says
But experts stop short of saying air travel comes without infection risk
In shift, experts now urge N95s or double-masking as variants set to dominate viral landscape
Scholars say shutdowns and remote work yielded insights for employers, workers
HMS and Beth Israel’s Barouch talks about Johnson & Johnson entry
Experts say young, frontline workers could suffer long-term effects
Public health experts lay out status, challenges of vaccine rollout
COVIDU models the spread of COVID-19 in college settings
University Health Services chief details process and planning
Deans detail best practices that emerged over time
Experts say it raises need to speed vaccinations, lifts herd immunity threshold
Math model suggests optimal treatment strategies
Limited sample provides insights that could improve care and inform vaccine timing
Researchers find correlation between COVID-19 spread and UV levels
Experts detail vaccine unknowns, need to continue masking, distancing
Epidemiologist says we’ll know this week, urges tests and caution
Harvard centers and Microsoft collaborate on guide for officials and public
Experts say smooth rollout possible although highly complex
Alumni create project to discuss and support responses around the world
Chan School’s Barry Bloom puts vaccine news into context
Do something positive and connect with distant (and ‘distanced’) loved ones
Specialized scanning furthers understanding of the virus’ potential effects on the brain
New study shows differences between patients who survived severe COVID-19 and patients who died from it
Economists say national testing, contact tracing could make huge difference
Friends who can’t be at school but want to be together form rural pods
Epidemiologist offers tips for family gatherings at Thanksgiving and in December
Fauci, Farmer, and Kim discuss coronavirus lessons so far
Creating a safe, healthy campus takes teamwork, elbow grease, and human concern
Trial begins of at-home treatment that may keep early cases from growing severe
Epidemiologist estimates how many COVID-related deaths may be linked to remarks
Jobless benefits during lockdown only reached one out of four laid off workers
New course challenges students to use science to evaluate COVID-19 policies
Event takes a global look at how COVID-19 has affected activism, push for solidarity
Kenneth Rogoff looks at current complications and potential pitfalls
COVID patients may be protected for up to four months, according to study
Study offers global review of impact of the virus on treatment and research
Containment works, but a vaccine is still needed
Brigham and Women’s accepting applications for the 10,000-person study
Medical, political analysts ponder Trump’s coronavirus battle, and what it means for the president and the nation
How to mourn, find meaning in the deaths of 200,000, with more certain to come
'Viral history' tool VirScan offers new insights into antibody response to SARS-CoV-2
Study says these ties have more weight because we are less interconnected these days
Red tape holding up $11B in CARES relief
Finance chief calls for renewed community commitment to University’s core principles
Harvard Data Science Review airs COVID-19 findings
Health information self-reported by app fuels infection prediction model
Skeptics’ refusal may be big hurdle to ending pandemic, returning to normal
School of Education studies how parents, children are interacting amid lockdowns
At least half of households in 4 biggest U.S. cities report serious financial problems, poll says
Team of 8 works to identify and isolate the infected and those who’ve had close contact with them
Many groups spent the summer rethinking pedagogy and technology
Creators hope academic and cultural artifacts lead to dialogue on racism and high COVID death rates
Creating way to jump-start the immune system’s battle against the disease
Self-administered screening to begin with College affiliates
COVID-19 vaccine candidate at Beth Israel prevents severe clinical disease in animals
Observations during pandemic pause may yield more humane urban planning
Michael Sandel explores the ethics of what we owe each other in a pandemic
Experts: COVID has robbed us of impromptu contacts that help keep us happy
Mass. General study shows the benefits of inhaled nitric oxide therapy for pregnant patients with severe and critical COVID-19
Analytics group joins forces with organizations fighting COVID-19
AbbVie and Medical School collaboration to focus on coronaviruses, hemorrhagic fever
Affordable Care Act key to keeping people insured amid COVID 19-related job losses, study shows
Pilot effort provides self-administered kits to grad students, undergrads, staff
Provost and health services director detail protocols, resources
Study found extremely high levels of SARS-CoV-2 in children's airways
The vaccine technology could be used in vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 and beyond
GenderSci Lab finds rarely collected social factors play as big a role
MEDscience program finds benefits to videoconferencing approach
How a Wyss Institute COVID-19 project led to regional, scalable PPE production
McLean’s Rosmarin offers perspective on the pandemic’s raging effects
Chan School's Michael Mina urges federal regulatory approval, widespread use
Faculty devise ways to increase interactivity, flexibility, student contact
Harvard facilities have been checking researchers and other workers, and are now gearing up for some students’ return
The trick is getting a splintered America to act as one, Fauci says
As school year nears, expert notes recent upticks, speed of virus’ spread
Authors say research at Chicago facility bolsters mass incarceration concerns
Some human testing begun, with phase 3 trials possible as soon as September
Pioneering initiative edX offers guidance and support as colleges sort out fall plans
Panel outlines efforts to find COVID-19 cure, including phase 3 trials at BWH
New study finds olfactory support cells, not neurons, are vulnerable to novel coronavirus infection
Report lists creative options amid pandemic, urges focus on essentials
Seven Broad Institute physician researchers discuss their COVID-19 work and preparedness, the value of teamwork, and the fragility of life
Researchers across Harvard's Schools and affiliates settle into masked, distanced, rigidly scheduled shifts, and resume the important work they love
Up to 87% of cases in Wuhan went undetected, according to analysis
China’s uneven recovery foretells unlikely growth in U.S. jobs
Alumni across the U.S. mobilize to solve problems in wake of COVID-19
Harvard releases statement from 300 admissions deans about what they expect from applicants during pandemic
Researchers and public health experts unite to bring clarity to key metrics guiding coronavirus response
Experts gather at Harvard to discuss food insecurity, long-term solutions
Infectious disease expert, taking cues from TB fight, says it’s possible and UV light may be a weapon
With COVID now in more isolated spaces, there’s greater potential for it to take off
Chan School’s Healthy Buildings Program leader expects biggest challenge will be compliance by all
Losses threaten practice viability, reducing an already insufficient number of primary care providers in the U.S.
Cellphone data shows Americans moving around at near pre-pandemic rates
Tracking mobility of individuals offers hints of whether a problem is rising or falling
Block and Sachs point to flaws in the social safety net, an indifferent OSHA, and a system that favors employers over employees
Sociology Department and UNESCO look at rise in various aspects of racism
Harvard’s Summers says national pandemic response lacking
FAS dean outlines three possible paths to return to residential life
Opportunity Insights report suggests targeted social insurance programs may be more effective
Experts are thinking through the options as a jump is possible in fall
Multicenter collaboration aims to rapidly identify FDA-approved drugs that can prevent or treat COVID-19 infections
Administrators’ concerns include the ongoing threat posed by the coronavirus and the possibility of additional quarantines
Staffs using the time to update and build out databases for use by researchers now and in the future
Current plans include circulating print collections from single location, resuming Scan & Deliver service
New studies are estimating spending on COVID-19
MGH, King’s College London researchers use crowdsourced data from app to monitor symptoms in 2.6 million, study how the disease spreads
The University’s history of upheaval in war and peace, contagions and contaminated puddings
He urges social distancing, being realistic about children in summer, focusing on vulnerability of African Americans, and awareness that federal help will be limited
Tips on how to navigate the rough straits while spending much more time than usual at home with partners
Kennedy School’s Carmen Reinhart, just named chief economist at the World Bank, says the COVID-born financial crisis will last until the health crisis is solved
Second study suggests initial infection with SARS-CoV-2 protects against re-infection following repeat exposure to virus
You can have outdoor fun in the COVID era, Chan School expert says, but keep your distance
Professor Julie Battilana and international collaborators lead the charge in rethinking how we work
Harvard expert compares 1918 flu, COVID-19
COVID-19 pandemic spurs creation of new, remote teaching methods at HMS
Vice Provost Rick McCullough discusses the decision to shut down labs and outlines the plans to ensure a safe return to normal operations when the time comes
Harvard researcher says many having nights full of bugs, masks, and natural disasters
Pardis Sabeti is in great demand, and her work seems prescient. She might say that’s only because we haven’t been paying attention
MassCPR collaboration funds plans with promise to help in a year
Alumni spearhead public health campaigns, data visualization maps, and outbreak plans for Native American tribal leaders
Hard work, new equipment, and some extra help lets the lab super-charge capacity
Ubiquity of social media has made it easier to spread or even create COVID-19 falsehoods, making the work of public health officials harder
Virus takes disproportionate toll on tribes’ health and economy, Harvard experts say
Former Chan School Dean Bloom assesses where efforts stand and the challenges ahead
Harvard-developed tool lets policymakers base their economic decisions on fresh information
Wilderness medicine fellows return to lend a hand in Boston
What can we learn from people with coronavirus who seek care at outpatient clinics?
Robichaud: Our taste for apocalyptic stories shows what we worry about most
Researcher Katharine Robb details how housing policies affect social and health crises, like the current pandemic
Harvard experts discuss ways to ease the rising sense of isolation and feel more connected
Student volunteers find ways to make a difference amid the pandemic’s disruption and loss
Hikma Health’s new software allows patients to be screened for COVID-19 symptoms in refugee camps
Despite hardships, U.S. public is ‘firmly opposed’ to reopening the economy immediately
Snapshots of the widespread Harvard community: A Zoom wedding; reunion in St. Croix; challenges of teaching ASL online; and a taste of Cuba
How We Feel app uses big data analysis to help fill information gaps created by a testing shortage
M.P.H. student works with COVID-19 first responders at Boston EMS
Third-year resident Anita Chary describes the personal and professional trials brought by the pandemic
Yes, educators say, pandemic has underscored inequities, but amid the crisis there is a hierarchy of need
Diagnostic chips perform thousands of tests simultaneously to detect viruses
Across a range of disciplines, from medicine to history, biology to business, the crisis has become a living part of the curriculum
Can be manufactured quickly to address the international shortage of swabs for testing and research
Shutdown may be threatening millions of businesses, but reopening is fraught with challenges of its own
Three physicians in three distinct settings detail life in the midst of pandemic
Geriatrician Sharon Inouye on the need to combat delirium in COVID-19 patients
Experts from Kenya and South Africa discuss the poverty, inequities, social factors, and shortage of medical personnel that hamper treatment efforts
Chan School’s Allen looks at COVID-19 through healthy-building eyes
Harvard Kennedy School students pitch in on COVID-19 crisis
By moving online, Harvard Recreation offers ways to stay active at home
Director William ‘Ned’ Friedman explains why the public health benefits outweigh the coronavirus risks
With classes in cyberspace, why not Socialize Remotely?
Michael Sandel poses a series of questions at a community event on ethics and the pandemic response
Chan School’s Koenen discusses rising mental health concerns in the coronavirus era
Specialist at Chan School forum says problem is becoming more common, and offers tips for falling, staying asleep
Harvard researchers also say repeated periods of social distancing may be necessary
Harvard experts say pandemic exacerbates longstanding inequities in American society
A remote ‘Doctor of Philosophy Dance Party,’ laughter yoga, crowd-sourced altruism, and tweet to remember
COVID-19 may spark cardiac trouble in multiple ways
Team at Harvard plans to launch clinical trial in fall
International epidemic expertise to help Massachusetts respond to COVID-19
At virtual seminar with municipal leaders, stresses that clear communication is vital during pandemic
Paul Reville says COVID-19 school closures have turned a spotlight on inequities and other shortcomings
Health Services director Giang Nguyen talks about adding remote services and new resources for Harvard community
Working in real time, Harvard researchers are surveying correctional facilities to find out how they are being affected by the pandemic
Coronavirus safety stoppages push back debut of Allston building
On top of everything else, the novel coronavirus has interrupted our traditions of mourning
New projections suggest social-distancing measures in state may be flattening the curve
As need for equipment mushrooms during pandemic, new Harvard and EdX online course rushes in to help fill knowledge gap
How a new vaccine adjuvant might eventually help to shorten the race to COVID-19 immunity
Wyss Institute members pull together to take on COVID-19
How the information technology staff moved classes and operations online on a tight, coronavirus-threatened deadline
Healthy buildings expert Joe Allen from the Chan School of Public Health weighs in on ways to help protect yourself from coronavirus
One College student adjusts to life on a deserted campus and another to being unexpectedly home a continent away
Expects to have 1,000 face shields by end of week
Kevin Cranston took his M.Div. degree to the Bureau of Public Health
Citing spread on ships and health care facilities, professor suggests moving some nursing home residents out and increasing surveillance
President Bacow, now recovered, shares own experience having COVID-19
Students from Chan School are helping to boost the volunteer public health workforce
Mayors get crisis response lessons from Harvard experts
Harvard students, alumni, faculty, and staff from the nationwide ‘To Serve Better’ project reflect on how coronavirus is affecting their communities
Third in series of Chan School forums offers tips for coping with the pandemic
Harvard’s Family Van takes pulse on best ways to use these untapped resources
As health care workers resort to mask reuse, a coalition of professionals compares risks, benefits of major decontamination methods
Bits of the socially distanced lives of staff and faculty, from a LEGO model of the Music Building to Gov. Andrew Cuomo as Henry V to cereal for dinner — in the shower
Harvard professors call for reducing populations, warning of rapid spread amid crowded conditions and large numbers of older inmates with chronic conditions
Though they vary in their missions, they report few serious problems and some pleasant surprises in the move to online learning
Administrators, professors detail many and varied ways Harvard is trying to help, including offering use of hotel by Cambridge first-responders, health care workers
Law School's Food Law and Policy Clinic steps up its efforts in time of pandemic
To stem the coronavirus crisis, Harvard Medical School scientists forge ahead on six key fronts
Technology developed at Harvard provides early boost to Mass. COVID testing
Harvard scientists take various approaches in the race for a treatment for the deadly coronavirus
How the institute converted a clinical processing lab into a large-scale COVID-19 testing facility in a matter of days
Temporary shift maintains educational mission while adapting to pandemic challenges
Harvard experts weigh in on the origin and fate of the universal greeting
Graduating med students given early degree chance to help in hospitals
Office of Work/Life director talks about keeping things in balance while under self-quarantine
Changes to human resources policies to run through May 28
Chan School coronavirus analysis finds strategy would prevent overwhelming hospitals while building immunity
Chan School session breaks down what it is, what it looks like, and ways to ease it
Form COVID-19 rapid response teams to provide support, information
Karen Dynan and Kenneth Rogoff say Fed and Congress are moving in the right direction
Harvard Law School faculty Charles Fried and Nancy Gertner discuss new restrictions on individual freedoms
Samples from those who had COVID-19 could illuminate true infection rate, lethality, vaccines
As University facilities have shut down, faculty and staff gathered gear to pass along amid a nationwide shortage
Chan’s Bassett warns that responses must include steps to ease the health and economic impacts on the poor
Despite distrust in coronavirus leadership, public confident they can keep themselves safe
Efforts across the University aim to reassure, entertain, connect
Thomas Hollister details the planning the University had already done for the eventuality of a downturn
Chan School’s Lipsitch outlines ways to forge through the COVID-19 pandemic, and maybe get some people back to work
Staff, faculty, and students have to adapt to meet demands of coronavirus pandemic
Medical School and Partners in Health aim to empower vulnerable communities globally and locally to respond to coronavirus
Harvard scientists put research on hold for safety, saw chance to help hospitals with precious gear
Harvard’s Waldo says the public flight to remote work will stress-test the internet — and some parts will need repair
New tool will help leaders make informed decisions as hospitals prepare for COVID-19 patients
Libraries, rec centers, museums closing; shifts for housing, financial aid
Harvard Chan School of Public Health will launch a series of weekly interactive forums to discuss issues and options
Jeffrey Frankel cites domino effect of problems in China, huge U.S. deficit, likely decline in jobs and spending
Medical School academic, research community responds to COVID-19 pandemic
Business School’s Shih sees ‘tough slog’ ahead for workers, small businesses, and various industries
It’s all hands on deck to help students arrange travel, ship and store their stuff, and depart campus
Harvard experts say Massachusetts may need 1.4 million tests
Mark Elliott and Martha Gladue reflect on efforts to support global community
American Repertory Theater cancels upcoming events
Researchers prepare for next year and beyond
Campus Services VP Meredith Weenick on Harvard’s work to prevent the spread of disease and help students move out on a tight timeline
Students reflect on the shift to online classes and unplanned move home
MGH disaster expert outlines how first responders will tackle COVID-19
Doors will shut there, elsewhere Friday as precaution against COVID-19 spread
Rise of coronavirus prompts considering new approaches to work, fresh concerns for those doing it
Information aims to give students, professors, and staff a hand with moving, remote learning, meetings, travel, financial aid, and other issues
Harvard’s Lipsitch urges public to ramp up social distancing, increase coronavirus tests
Doctors try to safeguard nursing home patients from COVID-19 by reducing visitors, adding screenings
Officials detail University’s battle plan to combat coronavirus while education continues
Much of it follows traditional cold-season admonitions, but some is more specific
Testing shortfalls could mean that this country already has hundreds of cases, Chan School’s Lipsitch says
Executive Vice President Katie Lapp discusses preparations to ensure safety, health, and productivity of community
Chan School, Medical School officials say slow rollout of tests hampers ability to assess spread and severity of disease
Chan School’s Lipsitch says that and other key questions remain over China’s status, how bad the outbreak eventually will be in the U.S. and elsewhere, and most effective countermeasures
New coronavirus collaboration joins Boston’s biomed community and researchers in China
Groups will share $115M to search for better diagnosis, treatment; Medical School to serve as U.S. research hub
Attempts to contain cases in China have proved ineffective
Business School's Shih expects disruptions for nations trading with China and for manufacturers dependent on it for components for electronics, consumer products, and pharmaceuticals
Leaky international cordon may mean equivalent of worst flu season in modern times
Harvard epidemiologist Mina says outbreak more widespread than thought, and uncertainties abound
Chan School’s Marc Lipsitch, an infectious disease specialist who worked on the SARS epidemic, details what’s going on