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The Centre fosters collaboration between researchers aiming to improve the understanding of global chronic conditions, based @lshtm.bsky.social

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Data & Statistical Science for Health, LSHTM @lshtm-dash.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
For the UCL Bloomsbury and East London Doctoral programmes, @lshtm.bsky.social offers #PhD studentships in these pathways 💴 Health & Wellbeing (with #HealthEconomics & social science approaches) 👥 Population & Health 📈 Quantitative Social Science Find out more 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-a...
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Global Health Economics Centre @lshtm-gheco.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🗞️ If you've seen Burnham's comments over the weekend about setting up NHS-style adult social care, perhaps you should read our explainer? @lshtm.bsky.social experts discuss some of the current problems that need to be considered in adult social care reform Read more 🔽
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Data & Statistical Science for Health, LSHTM @lshtm-dash.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🧑‍⚕️ Looking to work in drug safety and evaluation? Our @lshtm.bsky.social course will introduce the key concepts for drug development, licensing, surveillance & policy Running Nov 2025-June 2026 Apply by 9 October 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🆕1 in 5 young people in UK regret a health decision they made based on #misinformation A new LSHTM report reveals public attitudes & exposure to false or misleading health information. Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
A London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine-branded infographic post with the header sentence on the upper left hand side of the image reading 'Have you made a health decision based on misinformation you late regretted?'. The main body of the image has a stat reading '1 in 5 UK adults aged 18-34* regretted a health decision based on misinformation.', next to a row of five humanoid silhouettes, with one silhouette coloured green to correspond with the statistic and the other four coloured white. There is also a sentence on the lower left hand side of the image, reading '*Based on a survey of 2,110 UK adults carried out 9-10 September 2026.
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Health Policy & Planning @hpp-lshtm.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
New research led by @ankurnair.bsky.social of @jcuofficial.bsky.social suggests health workforce reforms could strengthen NCD prevention and care in Meghalaya, India, particularly in communities that have struggled to access care. A HPP / @hsglobal.bsky.social supplement. 🔗 Read 👉 bit.ly/3TOarM4
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Health workforce reforms could improve NCD care in Meghalaya - Health Policy and Planning Debated
Research highlights how better workforce planning, rural incentives and stronger governance could improve access to...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🎉We’re the #1 university in the UK for public health for the 10th year in a row. The 2026 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects has just been released & puts LSHTM in the top spot in the UK, and #2 in the world for #PublicHealth. Read more 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
⚕️ What do we know about long-term health conditions in adolescents, and what still needs to change? Don't forget to join tomorrow for Dr Valentina Baltag's special lecture hosted by @lshtm-march.bsky.social and CGCC @lshtm.bsky.social #PublicHealth Details 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Global Health Economics Centre @lshtm-gheco.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
🔆 Earlier this year, one of our co-Directors Giulia Greco joined #IMNHC2026 in Nairobi Giulia talked about her session, and research breaking new ground to see how climate change affects the health of women during pregnancy & newborns #PublicHealth Read more 🔽 www.high-horizons.eu/a-fifth-of-h...
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A fifth of her income: what extreme heat is costing pregnant women - High Horizons
At IMNHC 2026 in Nairobi, health economist Giulia Greco put a number on the household bills behind the climate crisis and argued that the money to do something about it is already there, just sitting ...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
⚕️ Young people living with long-term health conditions can face many challenge Join @who.int's Dr Valentina Baltag to explore what we know about long-term health conditions in adolescents & how we can support continuous and equitable care across the life course 🔗 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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MRC Unit The Gambia at LSHTM @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
📢 Applications are open! CARisSA is offering a FREE 8-week online course: “Cardiovascular Research in Sub-Saharan Africa: Epidemiology, Health Systems and Clinical Trials.” Apply 👉 tinyurl.com/z3uvp3y3 Deadline: 14th September 2026. For enquiries: CARisSA_training@lshtm.ac.uk
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Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-march.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
With @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social, we're delighted to welcome Dr Valentina Baltag to @lshtm.bsky.social for a special lecture on long-term health conditions in adolescents, exploring the evidence, key gaps and how to support equitable care across the life course. More 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Centre on Climate Change & Planetary Health, LSHTM @lshtm-planet.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
📈Researchers from the EHM Lab at @lshtm.bsky.social are heading to #ISEE2026 in Munich this week, sharing work across heat, air pollution, environmental exposures and new methods in environmental epidemiology. 👀Find out when and where to hear from the team👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
What do we know about long-term health conditions in adolescents, and what still needs to change? Join WHO's Dr Valentina Baltag for a special lecture hosted by @lshtm-march.bsky.social and CGCC @lshtm.bsky.social #PublicHealth Find out more 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
ICYMI ⏯️ 'Health in a world of crises and impunity' Last week we were honoured to host speakers from the @jhu.edu Center for Humanitarian Health & @thelancet.com Commission on Health, Conflict and Forced Displacement to highlight key findings from their report Watch: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
New @lshtm.bsky.social research led by PhD student @kokishimizu.bsky.social suggests variation between NHS trusts may contribute to inequalities in acute myeloid leukaemia treatment. People living in more deprived areas were less likely to receive intensive chemotherapy. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4hnpoOt
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
🔬 Apply: MRes in Infectious & Tropical Diseases Designed to train the next generation of researchers, our new @lshtm.bsky.social programme provides rigorous training and hands-on research experience to tackle most pressing health challenges of our time Apply 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
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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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🏥 As we reach 10 years since the Brexit referendum, @martinmckee.bsky.social reflects on its impact on the UK's cancer care systems, and the problems that still need tackling Read our @lshtm.bsky.social article 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🏥 As we reach 10 years since the Brexit referendum, @martinmckee.bsky.social reflects on its impact on the UK's cancer care systems, and the problems that still need tackling Read our @lshtm.bsky.social article 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
This 1-week hybrid course combines expert teaching, real-world case studies & hands-on Stata/R practicals to build skills in trial design, sample size calculation, analysis ethics & reporting Ideal for researchers in #PublicHealth, #Epidemiology & #ClinicalTrials ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
This 1-week hybrid course combines expert teaching, real-world case studies & hands-on Stata/R practicals to build skills in trial design, sample size calculation, analysis ethics & reporting Ideal for researchers in #PublicHealth, #Epidemiology & #ClinicalTrials ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Know someone ready to take the next step in public health? Invite them to LSHTM’s Open Evening on 12 May 2026 to explore postgraduate study at one of the world’s leading public health universities, ranked #3 globally for public health (ShanghaiRankings 2025) ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
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-...
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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Conflicts. Climate disasters. The world needs skilled #humanitarian professionals now more than ever. This distance learning course equips you to: ✔ Assess needs in crisis settings ✔ Design effective health programmes ✔ Lead with decolonial perspectives ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
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
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Know someone ready to take the next step in public health? Invite them to LSHTM’s Open Evening on 12 May 2026 to explore postgraduate study at one of the world’s leading public health universities, ranked #3 globally for public health (ShanghaiRankings 2025) ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...
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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Upcoming Elrha webinar sharing findings from a forthcoming report: Innovations for Cardiometabolic Disease Care in Humanitarian Settings 💻 🗓️ Wed 22 April, 13:00 - 15:00 UTC Register: www.elrha.org/events/innov...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
➡️ Next week! Join CGCC for a special seminar to celebrate Prof Isabel Dos Santos Silva's retirement 🌟 Isabel will present findings from her seminal ABC-DO study, mapping enablers & barriers to #BreastCancer survival in sub-Saharan Africa www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Centre on Climate Change & Planetary Health, LSHTM @lshtm-planet.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
📣TOMORROW: Join the Pathfinder Initiative webinar exploring the latest evidence on healthy #ClimateAction Experts will discuss: ⚕️Health co-benefits of climate action 🌳Cities and nature-based solutions ⚖️Decision-making tools Find out more👇 climatehealthevidence.org/updates/path...
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Pathfinder Initiative webinar series: Accelerating climate action for health | LSHTM Evidence Bank
Join the Pathfinder Initiative partners for a three-part webinar series exploring evidence on the health benefits of climate action, and how we can move faster towards a healthy, net-zero future. To r...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Emerging evidence links #prediabetes to increased #cancer risk, strengthening the case for earlier intervention & prevention We spoke to Dr Suping Ling about her research analysing 330,000 UK patient records to find out what happens after a prediabetes diagnosis ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Want to make a difference to health worldwide? 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-... #PublicHeath
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Centre on Climate Change & Planetary Health, LSHTM @lshtm-planet.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
🌍We’re live on Bluesky👋 Welcome to the Centre on Climate Change & Planetary Health (CCCPH) at @lshtm.bsky.social. We bring together 200+ researchers across LSHTM to help shape a new era of public health for a changing planet. Follow us and find out more👉️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen... 🧵👇️
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Join us for a special seminar to celebrate Prof Isabel Dos Santos Silva's retirement after decades of service to @lshtm.bsky.social 👏 Isabel will reflect on her work mapping, for the first time, the entire #BreastCancer patient journey in sub-Saharan Africa 🌍 🔗 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
🚨 Fully funded PhD opportunity 🚨 @lshtm.bsky.social offering a UK-funded PhD on lung cancer care for 2026/27 🎓 💰 Tuition + stipend covered 📍 London-based This 4-year research degree is part of our @crukpolicy.bsky.social funded programme (2025 - 2030). Apply now👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-a...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Introducing the #MRes in Infectious & Tropical Diseases LSHTM’s exciting new #postgraduate degree putting you at the heart of our world-leading research: → Learn from the experts → Build your network → Study in a unique environment Applications now open 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
🚨 Fully funded PhD opportunity 🚨 NIHR PhD at @lshtm.bsky.social on food systems & #obesity prevention – study how pricing & the out-of-home food sector shape diets and inform policy Fees + stipend | London | Apply by 20 April 2026 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-a...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Do you want to use data & technology to tackle the biggest health challenges of our time? Study MSc #HealthData Science at @lshtm.bsky.social to combine your passion for #healthcare with technical knowledge – and identify new ways to prevent, treat & cure disease 🔗 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
From Serbia to Sápmi: communities are questioning the costs of economic growth. Join us at @lshtm.bsky.social for a screening of The Cost of Growth and discussion on climate, resources and planetary health. 📅 18 March 📍 LSHTM, London 🔗 Find out more: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
This week, CGCC was honoured to host the @who.int Director-General Dr Tedros at @lshtm.bsky.social The meeting explored our work as a WHO Collaborating Centre and how LSHTM & the WHO can work more closely to support shared #GlobalHealth priorities Read more ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
If current trends continue, 1 in 3 children will be living with obesity by 2050. On #WorldObesityDay, the Research Consortium for School Health & Nutrition explore the untapped potential of #SchoolMeals for reducing diet-related illness Read more & get involved 👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
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Why school meals could be one of the most overlooked tools for preventing
Cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs) – including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes – are now the leading cause of death worldwide. A primary driver of these illnesses is obesity
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CMMID @cmmid-lshtm.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
🍟 Learn how unhealthy commodity consumption is becoming a pervasive #PublicHealth problem and its drivers, including how corporate actors shape wider systems to support this Join our @lshtm.bsky.social running from 17-19 June 2026 Apply by 17 May 🔽 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Skin diseases affect billions yet remain under-prioritised in global health. We’re proud that Prof Sinéad Langan will co-chair the first-ever @thelancet.com Commission on Skin Health 📜 A pivotal moment for #SkinHealth & #Dermatology ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen... @lshtm.bsky.social
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Interested in studying @lshtm.bsky.social? Join our upcoming Virtual Open Days where you can attend live webinars and Q&A sessions with our programme directors & students to find out what makes LSHTM a leader in #GlobalHealth education Book your place: www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Interested in studying @lshtm.bsky.social? Join our upcoming Virtual Open Days where you can attend live webinars and Q&A sessions with our programme directors & students to find out what makes LSHTM a leader in #GlobalHealth education Book your place: www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Webinar tomorrow 💻 Our panel featuring researchers from LSHTM, MSF and Moi University will discuss the #ethics dilemmas & challenges in undertaking research in #humanitarian settings on NCDs ⭐ Part of our NCDs in Humanitarian Settings Hub's webinar series: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
LSHTM Director Liam Smeeth receives CBE from His Majesty The King Professor Smeeth hails the award as "recognition of the great work done by LSHTM in contributing to health and health equity worldwide.” #PublicHealth More 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...
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Centre for Global Chronic Conditions, LSHTM @lshtm-cgcc.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
New research shows that keyhole surgery for #ColonCancer is not reaching those it would benefit most @icon-lshtm.bsky.social researchers say that increasing use of #KeyholeSurgery for patients considered high-risk could save lives & NHS resources Read more ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...
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Health Policy & Planning @hpp-lshtm.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Welcome to the official Health Policy & Planning Bluesky account, published by @oupprimary.bsky.social in partnership with the @lshtm.bsky.social. Follow us for share research, insights, and debate on health systems, policy, and planning from across the globe.
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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Want to tackle one of the biggest challenges in real-world data analysis? Learn how to handle missing & incomplete datasets using principled methods, ideal for epidemiologists, biostatisticians & health researchers ready to boost the impact of their analyses. Runs 23–25 June 2026 👉 bit.ly/3IfPyjk
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