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News and expert comment from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) one of the world's leading #PublicHealth universities. https://linktr.ee/lshtm
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Looking to build a foundational knowledge of #InfectiousDisease modelling?

Join our hybrid short course delivered by LSHTM and @ukhsa.bsky.social introducing key modelling tools and practical applications.

Runs from 15 - 26 June 2026

Apply by 15 May 2026👉 bit.ly/3bw2bWH
February 2, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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Hello BlueSky 👋

This is the official account for the LSHTM alumni community. A space for sharing updates, opportunities, events, and stories from across our global network.

We’re glad you’re here 💙🌍

#LSHTMalumni #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth @lshtm.bsky.social
January 29, 2026 at 11:53 AM
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🌍 For #WorldNTDDay, we’re spotlighting @moniquewasunna.bsky.social (MSc Clinical Tropical Medicine, 1986; PhD Medicine, 1991) — whose leadership advancing equitable access to treatments and clinical research for NTDs across East Africa shows the impact of sustained collaboration.
January 30, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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#Nipah virus: top virologists discuss deadly outbreak & how likely it is to spread

In The Mirror, Kaja Abbas explains how virus can cause severe respiratory & neurological disease, but human-to-human transmission limited & unlikely to lead to widespread pandemic.
www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/...
Truth about Nipah virus from four top virologists
Four top virologists provide a run down on the Nipah virus emerging from India - including how deadly it is and how likely it is to spread
www.mirror.co.uk
January 30, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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Discover how to design and analyse cluster randomised and stepped wedge trials with LSHTM’s hybrid short course from 29 June – 3 July 2026.

Learn sample size calculation, analysis methods & how to interpret results with confidence.

Apply by 29 May 2026 👉 bit.ly/4t0wEDu
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January 27, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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BREAKING NEWS: #Nipah virus outbreak in #India

After cases confirmed in #WestBengal some countries bring in airport screening.

Kaja Abbas & Sol Kim comment on Nipah symptoms & transmission, efforts to control outbreak & risk to wider region. #PublicHealth

👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
“Nipah virus causes severe respiratory and neurological disease in humans, potentially progressing from fever and headache to acute encephalitis.” Dr Kaja Abbas, Associate Professor of Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Dynamics at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and Nagasaki University
January 28, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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BREAKING NEWS: #Nipah virus outbreak in #India

After cases confirmed in #WestBengal some countries bring in airport screening.

Kaja Abbas & Sol Kim comment on Nipah symptoms & transmission, efforts to control outbreak & risk to wider region. #PublicHealth

👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
“Nipah virus causes severe respiratory and neurological disease in humans, potentially progressing from fever and headache to acute encephalitis.” Dr Kaja Abbas, Associate Professor of Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Dynamics at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and Nagasaki University
January 28, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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Discover how to design and analyse cluster randomised and stepped wedge trials with LSHTM’s hybrid short course from 29 June – 3 July 2026.

Learn sample size calculation, analysis methods & how to interpret results with confidence.

Apply by 29 May 2026 👉 bit.ly/4t0wEDu
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January 27, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Global health impacts of plastics systems could double by 2040

New research finds emissions from #plastics life cycle linked to health harms of global warming, air pollution & toxic chemicals

#PublicHealth 🌍

👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
“Much more ambitious action from governments and industry transparency is needed to curb this growing global plastics public health crisis.” Megan Deeney, Research Fellow, LSHTM
January 27, 2026 at 12:33 PM
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BREAKING NEWS: UK loses its #measles elimination status

@benk-d.bsky.social highlights failure to reach 95% measles #vaccine coverage target in UK

+ need for secure funding for vaccine outreach efforts & joined-up #PublicHealth response

Read more: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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BREAKING NEWS: UK loses its #measles elimination status

@benk-d.bsky.social highlights failure to reach 95% measles #vaccine coverage target in UK

+ need for secure funding for vaccine outreach efforts & joined-up #PublicHealth response

Read more: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Our Professional Diploma in Tropical #Nursing equips health professionals to address inequalities, deliver care in under-resourced systems & strengthen practice in diverse communities.

Study online, 1 day a week - March 2026 entry now open

Apply by 11 Feb 2026: www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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January 26, 2026 at 10:16 AM
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Our Professional Diploma in Tropical #Nursing equips health professionals to address inequalities, deliver care in under-resourced systems & strengthen practice in diverse communities.

Study online, 1 day a week - March 2026 entry now open

Apply by 11 Feb 2026: www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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January 26, 2026 at 10:16 AM
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As #measles cases rise Heidi Larson comments for @globalvirusnews.bsky.social:

“Strengthening routine immunization, surveillance, and public education is essential to prevent further outbreaks."

#PublicHealth
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#Measles cases are rising globally, yet this disease is entirely preventable. The #GVN urges #MMR vaccination, stronger surveillance, and action against misinformation to prevent avoidable illness and death.

Read the full statement: https://ow.ly/MVhS50Y0ekx
January 23, 2026 at 9:38 AM
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👋 Happy #FollowFriday!

Learn more about LSHTM's work to improve our shared health by following our centres, projects & groups 👇

Welcoming new addition @iced-lshtm.bsky.social! 🎉

#PublicHealth

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January 23, 2026 at 9:49 AM
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As #measles cases rise Heidi Larson comments for @globalvirusnews.bsky.social:

“Strengthening routine immunization, surveillance, and public education is essential to prevent further outbreaks."

#PublicHealth
globalvirusnews.bsky.social Global Virus Network @globalvirusnews.bsky.social · 12d
#Measles cases are rising globally, yet this disease is entirely preventable. The #GVN urges #MMR vaccination, stronger surveillance, and action against misinformation to prevent avoidable illness and death.

Read the full statement: https://ow.ly/MVhS50Y0ekx
January 23, 2026 at 9:38 AM
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#Cholera cases surge in Africa: can vaccines help?

Natalie Fischer tells @telegraph.co.uk “recent surge is really multifactorial" with conflict, displacement & natural disasters all contributing.

3 new vaccines offer hope of fresh approach.

#PublicHealth

www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...
Cholera is surging in Africa. A new generation of vaccines could slow it
Experts say the three jabs have the potential to make protection faster, more accessible, and more equitable than ever
www.telegraph.co.uk
January 22, 2026 at 12:26 PM
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#Cholera cases surge in Africa: can vaccines help?

Natalie Fischer tells @telegraph.co.uk “recent surge is really multifactorial" with conflict, displacement & natural disasters all contributing.

3 new vaccines offer hope of fresh approach.

#PublicHealth

www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...
Cholera is surging in Africa. A new generation of vaccines could slow it
Experts say the three jabs have the potential to make protection faster, more accessible, and more equitable than ever
www.telegraph.co.uk
January 22, 2026 at 12:26 PM
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Patients diagnosed with #eczema more likely to also be diagnosed with eye conditions & inflammatory bowel disease

NHS records used to create first map of diseases linked to #eczema to help inform patients & healthcare professionals.

#PublicHealth

👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
"We hope our real-world evidence can help healthcare prioritise resources where they can be most effective for eczema patients." Julian Matthewman, Assistant Professor, LSHTM
January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Patients diagnosed with #eczema more likely to also be diagnosed with eye conditions & inflammatory bowel disease

NHS records used to create first map of diseases linked to #eczema to help inform patients & healthcare professionals.

#PublicHealth

👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
"We hope our real-world evidence can help healthcare prioritise resources where they can be most effective for eczema patients." Julian Matthewman, Assistant Professor, LSHTM
January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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No evidence taking #paracetamol in pregnancy raises risk of autism, ADHD, developmental issues

Ian Douglas says review "well-conducted" as excludes studies which don't take into account key differences between mothers who use or don't use paracetamol during #pregnancy

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says new evidence against Trump autism claims
Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 19, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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#Scabies cases in UK are growing

@drmichaelmarks.bsky.social tells @theguardian.com while reasons for rise are unclear “delays in people being able to access care, and inadequate tracing and treatment of their contacts” may be making outbreaks worse.

www.theguardian.com/science/2026...
The sudden rise of scabies: ‘I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy’
These microscopic mites, which burrow under your skin and cause ferocious itching, are incredibly hard to get rid of – and cases in the UK have soared. What is causing the outbreak, and is there anyth...
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January 19, 2026 at 1:43 PM
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Hello Bluesky 👋

We're the International Centre for Evidence in Disability at LSHTM (@lshtm.bsky.social), working to improve the health and wellbeing of people with disabilities globally.

Follow us for updates on our research, events, global health news & more!
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January 19, 2026 at 12:27 PM
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No evidence taking #paracetamol in pregnancy raises risk of autism, ADHD, developmental issues

Ian Douglas says review "well-conducted" as excludes studies which don't take into account key differences between mothers who use or don't use paracetamol during #pregnancy

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says new evidence against Trump autism claims
Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 19, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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🌍 Global Lecture Series 👇

In this lecture, @gmknght.bsky.social and Saffiatou Darboe will discuss some of the major challenges and how researchers @lshtm.bsky.social tackle it within the European and Western African setting.

📅 Monday 19 Jan
📍LSHTM
🕠 17:30 GMT
www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
Antimicrobial resistance: Current challenges & research | LSHTM
The rise of antimicrobial resistance is a threat to modern medicine globally. In this talk, the speakers discuss some of the major challenges and how researchers at LSHTM tackle it within the European
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January 16, 2026 at 9:30 AM