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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· 29d

💡 Developing a systems approach to health misinformation Heidi Larson discusses new Lancet Commission that will look to tackle wider issues and drivers around health #misinformation & #disinformation Read more: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... #PublicHealth

Green graphic with white text reading: “This new Lancet Commission builds on, and expands the scope of, over a decade of learning in the LSHTM’s Vaccine Confidence Project.” Heidi Larson, Professor of Anthropology – Risk and Decision Science, LSHTM. Inset: photo of Heidi Larson.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· 29d

Global Adolescent Health hybrid short course ✅ Co-organised/taught with @who.int + international partners ✅ Gives knowledge, frameworks & tools to strengthen health sector policies + programmes for adolescent health & development ✅ Runs 7-18 September 2026 Apply 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jul 13

More than 2,700 people are estimated to have died from heat-related causes during May & June 2026 heatwaves in England & Wales, a new rapid analysis finds Around 42% of these deaths were due to the additional heat caused by human-induced climate change More 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Infographic with a yellow background titled: Estimated heat-related deaths during the 2026 May and June heatwaves in England and Wales. The graphic shows a square made up of 100 icons in the shape of a person’s head and shoulders. 42 of these icons are orange and 58 black. On the left a dotted line links to the orange icons with the text: 42% of estimated heat deaths due to human-induced climate change. At the bottom small text reads: 2,736 total estimated heat-related deaths.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jul 9

Meet the ‘princess’ mosquito 👑 🦟 LSHTM establishes UK’s first laboratory colony of Aedes vexans, a mosquito that's very 'high maintenance' Find out how this pioneering research is helping to protect the UK from disease threats as our climate changes 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Photo of Mocja Kristan, wearing glasses and a dark top, leant over a bowl labelled 'Ae vexans' while transferring mosquito larvae in a white laboratory environment.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jul 6

Real-world data is transforming evaluation of safety & effectiveness of medicines Join LSHTM’s online short course 19-23 Oct 2026 for: Practical training in pharmacoepidemiology using electronic health records + methods for medicines research & regulation. Apply: www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

Pink graphic with black text reading: Online short course: Real-World Evidence in Pharmacoepidemiology. Inset image shows hands holding a clear plastic bag of red and blue pills.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jul 3

NEW EPISODE: Polio: Forgotten but not gone The award-winning LSHTM Viral #podcast explores the return of an old disease making new headlines: polio. With the virus recently detected in London’s sewers, experts explain the global fight against #polio is far from over. 🎧👉 pod.link/1497329104/e...

Purple graphic with white text reading: New episode: Polio: Forgotten but not gone. On the right is a simple illustration showing the circular outline of a virus in yellow with the text: LSHTM Viral.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jul 1

Ready to study at LSHTM this autumn? Applications for our 2026/27 taught programmes close soon. Join us to improve health worldwide! Deadlines: Students requiring a visa: 26 July 2026 Non-visa students: 31 August 2026 Distance learning students: 14 September 2026 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 30

RAPID REACTION: National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation led by Baroness Amos publishes Cally Tann analyses what report means for women, babies, & families and the challenge of delivering sustained improvements to care Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... @lshtm-march.bsky.social

Light blue graphic with black text reading: “Lasting improvement will depend on learning with families as equal partners, alongside clinicians, managers and researchers.” Cally Tann, Professor of Neonatal Medicine and Child Health, LSHTM. On the right is a photo of Cally Tann with long blonde hair half-smiling.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 26

RAPID REACTION: Europe & UK see record temperatures 🌡️ Malcolm Mistry discusses the factors behind the current #heatwave, dangerous health impacts, and what countries should do to adapt Read more: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... @malmistry1977.bsky.social @lshtm-planet.bsky.social #PublicHealth

Yellow graphic with black text reading: “Mitigation and adaptation are not going to be cheap, but if we wait longer, the cost of inaction will only increase in the future.” Malcolm Mistry, Assistant Professor, LSHTM. A small illustration in the bottom right shows the earth, the sun and a thermometer.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 26

Are you ready for bite season? 🦟 Mojca Kristan warns UK has perfect weather conditions for surge in #mosquitoes this year. Learn about 30 species of British mosquitoes, why some people get bitten more than others & how to protect yourself Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 25

Study shows Australian under-16s continue to access #SocialMedia despite ban Amrit Kaur Purba writes in @bmj.com: "Platforms, users, and technologies adapt... Australia’s experience suggests that implementation may matter as much as legislation." Read more👉 www.bmj.com/content/393/...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 24

BREAKING NEWS: #Ebola case in France is 1st in Europe connected to ongoing outbreak in #DRC LSHTM expert says risks to Europe & UK remains low... Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 23

Antimicrobial resistance is one of today's biggest global health challenges 🦠 Join our online short course (28 September–2 October 2026) to learn from global experts & gain practical knowledge to help tackle #AMR across policy, research & practice. Apply now 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

Dark blue graphic with white text reading: Online short course, Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): A Multidisciplinary Approach. Inset image shows researcher in white lab coat and blue cap and gloves in a lab transferring samples using a pipette.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 17

Develop your epidemiological analysis skills on our intensive 2-week course. Learn classical methods including logistic, Poisson and Cox regression, with practical #Stata or R training to analyse real-world health #data. Runs in London or online 7-18 September 2026 Apply now 👉 bit.ly/4oclrhb

Green graphic with black text reading: Short course, Advanced Course in Epidemiological Analysis. Inset image shows a woman sat looking at a computer screen.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 16

Sexual health pioneer Kaye Wellings awarded OBE 🏅 LSHTM expert’s groundbreaking research and influence on UK policies recognised with honours for services to sexual and reproductive health. Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... #PublicHealth

Pink graphic with black text reading: "I'd like to thank all the wonderful colleagues whose enthusiasm and commitment have made this possible." Kaye Wellings, Professor of Sexual and Reproductive Health, LSHTM. Inset photo of Kaye with short dark hair and a navy blouse smiling and looking to the left.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 15

Rapid reaction: UK under-16s social media ban Amrit Kaur Purba, an LSHTM expert on social media harms: "If we focus only on restricting access, we risk addressing symptoms while leaving some of the underlying drivers of harm untouched..." #PublicHealth 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Orange graphic with black text reading: Amrit Kaur Purba, Assistant Professor, Wellcome Fellow, Lead Digital Determinants of Health Hub Health, LSHTM: “A ban should be viewed as one step within a broader public health strategy, not the final destination.”

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 10

Learn how to fit infectious disease models to real-world data. ✍️ Join LSHTM’s short course in London, (7-10 September 2026) and build practical skills in statistical inference and model analysis. Apply now 👉 tinyurl.com/2hucapa5

Light green graphic with black text reading: Short course, Model Fitting and Inference for Infectious Disease Dynamics. Inset image shows a male student in a library taking notes.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 9

📚 For UK #Pride month we talked to Layla McCay about how her studies at LSHTM inspired her to write about #LGBTQ+ perspectives. She said: “LSHTM was where I learned to turn my research into publishable writing..." Read more in her @lshtmalumni.bsky.social blog post: www.lshtm.ac.uk/aboutus/alum...

Layla McCay smiling with glasses, holds a copy of a book entitled 'The Queer Bookshelf'. She is wearing a dark jacket over a dress with a design showing shelves holding multi-coloured books and is against a yellow background.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 5

Peter Piot awarded Virchow Prize 2026 🏅 LSHTM’s former Director honoured with Jean-Jacques Muyembe for exceptional leadership in global epidemic preparedness over 50 years It recognises the pair’s leadership since their co-discovery of #Ebola in 1976 More 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Royal blue graphic with white text reading: "I am humbled to receive this prize alongside Jean-Jacques Muyembe, whose leadership and friendship continues to inspire me." Peter Piot, Professor of Global Health, LSHTM. Inset image of Professor Piot with grey glasses, a short grey beard and pale pink shirt looking at the camera.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 4

Study global health from anywhere 🌍 Join our distance learning info sessions to hear from programme directors: 16 June 2026: Global Health Policy 17 June: Epidemiology + #PublicHealth 18 June: Infectious Diseases 23 June: Health in Humanitarian Crises + Clinical Trials Register 👉 bit.ly/4vgB9dq

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Jun 2

What does #Pride month mean to you? Jeongeun Har says: “Pride Month means equity, diversity, and inclusion for all, with LGBTQIA+ people at the centre. "We all work to improve health worldwide, and no one should be excluded from shared health." More on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/posts/pride-...

Portrait photo of Jeongeun Har, Vice President for Welfare & EDI on LSHTM’s Students' Representative Council.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 28

Join LSHTM’s hybrid short course (1-4 Sept 2026) & gain a working knowledge of using R to code dynamic transmission models with hands-on training from leading experts. Ideal for PhD students, postdocs, & professionals working with infectious disease data. Apply 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

Graphic with black text against a light green background reading: Short course: Modern techniques in infectious disease modelling. An inset image shows a hand typing at a computer keyboard.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 27

Want to learn more about LSHTM's #MRes in Infectious & Tropical Diseases? 😃 Join our online information webinar on Thursday 28 May 2026 (14:00-15:00 UK time) to learn more about our exciting new programme. Book your place 👉 lshtm.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #PublicHealth

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 12

On #InternationalNursesDay, we celebrate the vital role nurses play in shaping healthier futures. Build the skills to make an impact with LSHTM’s award-winning Professional Diploma in Tropical Nursing. Study online 1 day a week. Runs 16 Sept 2026-3 March 2027 Apply now tinyurl.com/5n7xubr2

Purple graphic with white text reading: Short course: Professional Diploma in Tropical Nursing. Inset photo of smiling nurse in dark blue scrubs.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 8

RAPID REACTION: Should I be worried about #hantavirus? Michael Marks answers common questions about the outbreak aboard an Atlantic cruise ship. He explains cases of Andes hantavirus are rare and it does not spread as easily as other viruses like flu or COVID-19 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Illustration showing spherical light green hantavirus with irregular stalks protruding from the surface with each stalk ending in four white lobes. Shown against a dark green background with 'Hantavirus' in black lettering.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 6

It's your last chance to book! ⏰ Join our Open Evening in London on 12 May 2026 to learn how LSHTM's #postgraduate programmes can help you build the skills and networks to create real impact. Find out more/book your place 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 5

Want to advance your #GlobalHealth career? With our Professional Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene you'll join doctors around the world & gain skills to diagnose, treat, & prevent diseases in limited resource settings. Runs in London 21 September-11 December 2026 👉 tinyurl.com/yrnbamhp

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· May 4

BREAKING NEWS: Three die in suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard Atlantic cruise ship LSHTM expert explains #hantavirus symptoms, transmission and risk to wider public: 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n... #PublicHealth

“Hantavirus is not generally considered easily transmissible between people. Infections are uncommon and the wider public risk is generally low.” Roger Hewson, Professor in Molecular Virology, LSHTM

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Apr 30

🏆 LSHTM named Nurse Education Provider of the Year for registered nurses in the Student Nursing Times Awards 2026 LSHTM received the award for our Professional Diploma in Tropical Nursing (PTDN). @nursingtimes.bsky.social Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Two men wearing suits and ties and two women in dresses stand together smiling as LSHTM staff accept a blue winner's trophy at the Nursing Times awards.

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine@lshtm· Apr 28

Explore methods for analysing #cancer survival LSHTM’s Cancer Survival: Principles, Methods and Applications in-person short course (13-17 July 2026) Includes lectures, hands-on exercises and real data analysis. Apply by 13 June 2026 👉 tinyurl.com/3ur6c3ph @CSG_LSHTM #PublicHealth