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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...

Black text on green background with trophy icon in the bottom right corner: LSHTM is the UK's number 1 university for public health for the 10th year running.
Reference ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2017-2026.

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, revisit our spotlight on Fathiaa Abdalla ✨ With 20+ years of #humanitarian leadership experience across North Korea, Yemen, Afghanistan & beyond, Fathiaa brings a unique perspective to her research on #SGBV in conflict. Read her story ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Researcher Spotlight: Fathiaa Abdalla | LSHTM

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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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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🚨 Today at 17:30 BST! Don't miss out on this special event sharing findings from "Health in a World of Crises and Impunity" 📕 Report of the JHU Center for Humanitarian Health & The Lancet Commission on Health, Conflict and Forced Displacement Join at @lshtm.bsky.social or online ⬇️

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Join us next Thursday for a special event at @lshtm.bsky.social launching "Health in a World of Crises and Impunity", the report of the Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health & @thelancet.com Commission on Health, Conflict and Forced Displacement Find out more: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Could mass #azithromycin help save children's lives in #humanitarian crises? A new review led by researchers at @lshtm.bsky.social, City St George's, MSF & UNICEF asks whether temporary mass administration of azithromycin could reduce child deaths from infections ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The intense conflict in Tigray of 2020-22 created a perfect storm of political and operational challenges that disrupted the production of #mortality evidence In this blog, Dr Jennifer Palmer shares research on how local university teams adapted to fill the gaps ⬇️ www.elrha.org/news-blogs/w...

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Who's counting?: Tigray's hidden mortality data crisis

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Population Studies Group, LSHTM @psglshtm.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Congratulations to PSG's PhD students Maria Gargiulo (@thegargiulian.bsky.social) and Rahaf Abu Koura (@rabukoura.bsky.social), joint winners of LSHTM Open Research Awards 2026! So proud of you both 🎉

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LSHTM Vaccine Centre @lshtm-vaccines.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

💉 Vaccines against Pneumococcal disease are expensive to provide long-term where they're needed most. 🆕 long-term @lshtm.bsky.social research confirms that two-doses of PCVs are as effective as three, helping countries address the vaccine "funding gap" & continue to save lives. 👉 bit.ly/4v6CwLj

Billy Quilty: A reduced two-dose schedule sustains protection for children and their caregivers, ensuring the future financial sustainability of vital immunisation programmes.

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

👋 Meet Fathiaa Abdalla, a DrPH candidate @lshtm.bsky.social with more than two decades of #humanitarian leadership experience in the UN We spoke to her about how she’s bringing her wealth of experience into research on sexual and gender-based violence in conflict ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

For many refugees, the challenge doesn't end when they find safety. On #WorldRefugeeDay, Dr Manal Etemadi explores Afghan refugees' access to health services in Iran and why refugee-hosting countries need greater international support ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Turn your passion for #humanitarian health into action. This distance learning course is designed for: ☑️ Practitioners in crisis settings ☑️ Policy makers & researchers ☑️ Graduates ready to make a difference Join our webinar on 23 June to find out more ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

How do we get better at measuring and using mortality data for decision making in #crises? Join Elrha & partners for a webinar on the what has been learnt through the Mortality Estimation in Crises Systems Innovation Partnership and where the field is headed next ➡️ Register: bit.ly/49sszQe

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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Centre for Epidemic Preparedness & Response, LSHTM @lshtmcepr.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

✨Upcoming Event✨ Join our hybrid event exploring the current landscape of #pandemic preparedness, who it serves and how social science research can better inform future preparedness. 🗓️ Full details 👉 bit.ly/4o5Rgba

Rethinking pandemic preparedness - Wednesday 17 June 2026, 12:30 - 14:00 UK time. Location LSHTM or online.

Speakers: Professor Melissa Leach - University of Cambridge
Professor Hayley MacGregor, Dr Catherine Grant - University of Sussex
Dr Esther Mokuwa, Professor Paul Richards, Foday Kamara, Marion Nyakoi - Njala University, Sierra Leone
Dr Grace Akello, Moses Baluku, Bono Ozunga, Peter Kermundu - Gulu University, Uganda
Professor Melissa Parker, Bob Okello - LSHTM

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

The current #Ebola outbreak in DRC is unfolding in a region affected by conflict, displacement & fragile health systems. In our new blog, experts examine why outbreak control is especially challenging in humanitarian settings ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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How conflict shapes Ebola outbreaks in eastern DRC | LSHTM

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Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-march.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

What does decolonisation mean in practice for those working to end violence against women and girls? Researchers from @lshtm.bsky.social and partners will explore recent research findings, colonial legacies shaping the field & concrete strategies for change. More👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Research shows that safe & dignified burials can significantly reduce #Ebola transmission while respecting local customs and grieving practices As Ebola spreads in DRC & Uganda, these culturally appropriate interventions are critical 5 min explainer video ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

RAPID REACTION: LSHTM expert responds to WHO declaring outbreak of #Ebola in DRC & Uganda a public health emergency of international concern Daniela Manno discusses what's behind the outbreak, symptoms, and wider #PublicHealth risk More 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

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LSHTM Alumni @lshtmalumni.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Thank you for sharing your story Sarah 🙏

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Already working in #humanitarian or #PublicHealth, or want to break into the field? This course helps you: 🔎 Strengthen critical analysis & decision-making 📊 Monitor and evaluate interventions 🌐 Understand global response systems Study part-time, from anywhere ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

"How volunteering in the DRC shaped my path into humanitarian health" MSc Health in Humanitarian Crises student Sarah Haeckel reflects on how a year volunteering in conflict-affected eastern DRC inspired her to pursue a #humanitarian career ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/studen...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Based in Basel & working in the pharmaceutical industry, Simon Klaus reflects on balancing full-time work with distance learning while deepening his expertise in #GlobalHealth through our Health in Humanitarian Crises programme at @lshtm.bsky.social 👇 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/studen...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🆕 Humanitarian Health MOOC! This free online course overviews the fundamentals of health during conflicts & disasters for people new to the field 🤝 Co-developed by @lshtm.bsky.social, Médecins Sans Frontières & Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies Start learning: moocs.unige.ch/humanitarian...

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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 · 05/05/2026

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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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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

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Daniel Bernal-Serrano @dbernals.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

We are witnessing the devastating public health impacts of weaponized food insecurity. While essential supplies sit idle at the borders, the deliberate blockade of humanitarian agencies is manufacturing a famine. Denying aid is a violation of global health and human rights @lshtm-crises.bsky.social

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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 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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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Want to make a real impact in #humanitarian crises? Study Health in Humanitarian Crises at @lshtm.bsky.social & gain practical skills to support displaced & vulnerable communities 🌍 Flexible online learning 🧠 Evidence-based decision-making 🤝 Global experts ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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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 · 14/04/2026

Climate change doesn't act alone. In Latin America, it intersects with violence, inequality, and fragile systems to shape health in complex ways. Experts from @lshtm.bsky.social explore hidden risks, from water insecurity to maternal health and infectious disease👇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

Given the anticipated increase in climate hazards, building the resilience of water and food systems is essential to protect health and well-being of communities. Indira Bose, Research Fellow, LSHTM

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Population Studies Group, LSHTM @psglshtm.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

The latest blogpost of @lshtm-crises.bsky.social covers our PhD student Maria Gargiulo's (@thegargiulian.bsky.social) work on capturing undercounted maternal deaths in Mexico! Find it here👇

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Maria Gargiulo @thegargiulian.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

“Measurements count, because if it’s not counted, it’s assumed to be unimportant” – Joni Seager A little preview of some ongoing work on violent maternal deaths in Mexico. These deaths are not currently captured by relevant health indicators, but they’re still important!

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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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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Across Latin America, crises don’t happen in isolation. Violence, climate shocks & fragile systems intersect, reshaping health in complex ways. New blog: @lshtm.bsky.social researchers unpack hidden risks, from undercounted maternal deaths to climate-driven disease ⬇️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Leading the way in global public health #nursing: expert-led, 100% online This @lshtm.bsky.social diploma equips nurses & health professionals to address inequalities, deliver care in under-resourced systems & strengthen practice in diverse communities Learn more ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...

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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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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Join this @iced-lshtm.bsky.social webinar for a chance to learn about the Zero Project award-winning Veivanua campaign 🩸 The initiative promotes menstrual health for people with intellectual disabilities in #Vanuatu, which is highly exposed to cyclones, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions & flooding 👇

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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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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

LSHTM offer two scholarships to tackle barriers to further education for students from all backgrounds: 🔶 Next Gen - for home fee students studying an intensive, on-campus Master's 🔶 First Gen - for distance learning MSc programmes Apply before 27 March ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/fees-a...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

New blog 💻 Sustaining gender-based violence coordination amid a shifting #humanitarian landscape In the context of global funding cuts, Dr Philomena Raftery & Dr Jennifer Palmer highlight evidence & practitioner insights to sustain and strengthen GBV responses ➡️ www.lshtm.ac.uk/research/cen...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

‘Truly spectacular’ drug for sleeping sickness simplifies treatment. Jennifer Palmer explains symptoms can be misidentified & trigger behavioural changes, including aggression & psychosis, which are difficult to manage, as new one-time dose drug announced. www.science.org/content/arti...

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‘Truly spectacular’ drug for sleeping sickness simplifies treatment, raising hopes for eradication

European regulators greenlight new one-dose compound that could help African countries get rid of an ancient burden

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Looking to further your public health career? @lshtm.bsky.social has a range of in-person and distance learning programmes to help health professionals gain the knowledge, skills and networks to improve health worldwide. Learn more at our Virtual Open Days www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/visit-...

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Don't miss this webinar tomorrow! ⌚ 13:00 - 15:00 GMT

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