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Emergency alerts and news notifications can make us stressed and anxious — here’s what you can do to cope

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Aug 22

When there’s a disaster, it’s helpful to know what’s going on. But as essential as #emergencyalertsystems are, they can leave many of us feeling #anxious. BY INDU SUBRAMANIAN (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @ca.theconversation.com

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Whether real or just a test, emergency alerts activate the same neural circuits involved in real danger.

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Call an ambulance! But be ready to pay.

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Aug 20

“Immunity debt,” a theory to explain the global surge in non- #covid infections since #pandemic restrictions were lifted, is increasingly being challenged by emerging evidence. BY NICK TSERGAS (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @bmj.com

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Aug 18

In India, a #privateambulance service is filling a need in a country with a dire shortage of emergency medical services. But should there be #profit in that? By CHRISTIANEZ RATNA KIRUBA (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @newsdecoder.bsky.social

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In India, a private ambulance service is filling a need in a country with a dire shortage of emergency medical services. But should there be profit in that?

When a snake bites, sometimes traditional medicine won't do the trick

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Aug 18

In #India, traditional medicine seems to cure most #snakebites. But most snakes there aren’t venomous. When they are, that’s a different story. By CHRISTIANEZ RATNA KIRUBA (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @newsdecoder.bsky.social

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In India, traditional medicine seems to cure most snake bites. But most snakes there aren't venomous. When they are, that's a different story.

The Money and Risks Behind Human Egg Donation | Think Global Health

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 21

#US #eggdonation is a $400 million sector, but a dearth of federal oversight means some health risks go unmeasured. BY FERRUKH FARUQUI (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@thinkglobalhealth.org

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U.S. egg donation is a $400 million sector, but a dearth of federal oversight means some health risks go unmeasured

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 7

A #mosquitobornevirus that causes mass livestock abortions has killed hundreds of people in #EastAfrica #climatechange is accelerating its spread. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @bmj.com

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More than just words: Record-setting speech gives hope to Parkinson’s community - Healthy Debate

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 3

As a #neurologist specializing in #Parkinson’s disease, I was profoundly touched by Sen. Cory Booker’s emotional, record-setting speech to the U.S. Senate on March 31. BY INDU SUBRAMANIAN (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@healthydebate.bsky.social

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As a neurologist specializing in Parkinson’s disease, I was profoundly touched by Sen. Cory Booker’s emotional, record-setting speech to the U.S. Senate on March 31.

Gender-Based Violence in Kenya and U.S. Foreign Aid | Think Global Health

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 3

Losing #USA support will jeopardize access to essential services in #Kenya that combat #genderbasedviolence and #femicide. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for Think Global Health

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Losing U.S. support will jeopardize access to essential services in Kenya that combat gender-based violence and femicide

HPV vaccination more than just women’s health issue - Healthy Debate

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 3

#Iran’s medical training system is facing a rash of #suicides, #depression, and #burnout, with increasing numbers of newly trained #physicians leaving the country. BY MOHAMMAD SAEED GHARAATI JAHROMI (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @bmj.com

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

#Parkinson’s disease diagnoses are rising across #EastAfrica—hinting at a shift in healthcare priorities. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @bmj.com

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

#HPV vaccination historically has been framed as a women’s health topic, but a gender-neutral approach to prevention may boost health benefits for both #femalesandmales. BY JASMINE RYU WON KANG (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @healthydebate.bsky.social

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HPV vaccination historically has been framed as a women’s health topic, but a gender-neutral approach to prevention may boost health benefits for everyone.

From the ground in Kenya to the gold stud in the ear

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

Artisanal #goldminers in #Kenya work to extract the shiny metal even though doing so poses serious #healthrisks. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@newsdecoder.bsky.social

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Artisanal gold miners in Kenya work to extract the shiny metal even though doing so poses serious health risks.

Seeking a Better Alternative to Active-Shooter Drills

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

Monitoring #students’ #socialmedia may be a more effective — and less stressful — way to prevent #schoolviolence. BY JULIA YARKONI (FJHI '25) for @undark.org

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Opinion | Monitoring students’ social media may be a more effective — and less stressful — way to prevent school violence.

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

On the heels of a #Canadiancourt approving a $32.5 billion settlement against Big Tobacco, it’s high time to ban the sale of #cigarettes. BY SANDOR DEMETER (FJHI '23) #internationalstudents for @healthydebate.bsky.social

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Health Canada must stop prevaricating and ban the sale of cigarettes - Healthy Debate

On the heels of a Canadian court approving a $32.5 billion settlement against Big Tobacco, it’s high time to ban the sale of cigarettes.

Dalla Lana Journalism & Health Impact Fellowship

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

Discover the Power of #Journalism in #PublicHealth
Join us for the Dalla Lana Fellowship Online Open House in July 2025! Learn how journalism can be a catalyst for public health change. 👉 Reserve your spot now: www.eventbrite.ca/o/dalla-lana...

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Marathon runners rely on family and experts to succeed, while races rely on passionate volunteers

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jul 2

More than a million people annually run #marathon races, and most of them have a team of people behind them. BY JULIA YARKONI (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for The Conversation

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Training for a marathon involves mental and physical preparation. To succeed, runners need support from friends, family and various experts.

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jun 30

#Israel and ##Iran hold strategic positions in the Middle East. Despite their opposing political beliefs, they share #culturalrituals. BY JULIA YARKONI & MOHAMMAD SAEED GHARAATI JAHROMI (FJHI '25) #internationalstudent for
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Where Iran and Israel Align: Youth Tobacco Use | Think Global Health

Despite efforts to curb tobacco use in both countries, smoking rates among children and teenagers are on the rise

We’re pretty sure there’s a nurse shortage in Canada. But the problem is even more fundamental than that

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jun 30

Most of the population in #Kenya’s capital live in informal settlements, which #EmergencyServices are increasingly struggling to reach. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for @bmj.com

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jun 30

“On paper we have almost half a million #nurses in #Canada ,” says Dr. Kim LeBlanc, president of the Canadian Nurses Association. If that’s so, “where are they?” BY SHEILA GORDON-PAYNE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@thestar.com

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Canada has struggled for years to figure out how many nurses the country has.

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jun 30

In the age of #Telemedicine , #housecalls remain a vital part of primary care—and are in fact on the rise. BY INDU SUBRAMANIAN (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@bmj.com

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Are house calls making a comeback?

In the age of telemedicine, house calls remain a vital part of primary care—and are in fact on the rise. Indira Subramanian reports House calls might seem to be a relic of the past, but they are thri...

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Can Kenya keep a small moth from doing a lot of damage?

Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jun 30

#Kenyanroses are prized for their beauty. The flower industry employs thousands of people there. But just one #insect can upend all that. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@newsdecoder.bsky.social

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Kenyan roses are prized for their beauty. The flower industry employs thousands of people there. But just one insect can upend all that.

Kenya highlights dangers of plastic pollution as Canada awaits court ruling - Healthy Debate

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Dalla Lana Fellowship in Journalism and Health Impact @dlsphjournalism.bsky.social · Jun 30

As the Canadian government awaits a court ruling on its ban on #singleuseplastics, #Kenya offers a real-life illustration of impact of #plasticpollution far from global headlines. BY FRANK BURKYBILE (FJHI '25) #internationalstudents for
@healthydebate.bsky.social

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As the Canadian government awaits a court ruling on its ban on single-use plastics, Kenya offers a real-life illustration of the severe yet overlooked impact of plastic pollution far from global headl...