Health & Medicine

Cutting-edge developments in biomedical research, public health, and clinical practice at Harvard’s medical institutions.

A Flu Vaccine That Actually Works

Next-gen vaccines delivered directly to the site of infection are far more effective than existing shots.

by Lindsay Brownell

Harvard Financial Pressures Coronavirus Crisis

Barely a decade after the 2008 crisis and Great Recession, new challenges loom. An early assessment of the University’s strengths this time

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard President Bacow Coronavirus Positive

The president and his wife are in isolation.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard College class remote learning

On taking a Harvard Gen Ed class remotely with William C. Kirby

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard at Dusk

“I feel lucky that I took for granted my Harvard experience before its abrupt end.”

by Julie Chung

An Epidemiologist’s Call to Action

Epidemiologist Marc Lipstich outlines what the country must do swiftly, and what strategically.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Postpones Commencement

Harvard Commencement will be postponed, but degrees will be awarded virtually.

by John S. Rosenberg

One undergraduate on the Harvard move-out

“What will it mean to end our time on this campus with no closure, no time to reflect on what it all meant?”

by Drew Pendergrass

HBS Dean Nohria Stays on During Coronavirus Crisis

Nitin Nohria, scheduled to step down June 30, will remain dean through 2020.

by John S. Rosenberg

Karen Dynan on the Coronavirus Recession

The severe economic fallout, in context

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

On the Front Lines of the Coronavirus Emergency

A conversation with emergency doctor Stuart Harris

by Lydialyle Gibson