Harvard School Of Public Health (hsph)

This study tests whether a standardized feeding protocol using fortified human milk helps very low birthweight (≤1.5 kg) or very preterm (≤32 weeks) infants grow better and have fewer health problems in the NICU. About 776 infants will be randomly assigned to receive either routi…

This study tests whether giving zinc supplements along with standard antibiotics can help young infants (0-59 days old) with severe bacterial infections survive and recover faster. About 3,250 hospitalized infants in Tanzania will receive either zinc or a placebo for 14 days. The…

This study looks at the best way to provide balanced energy and protein supplements to pregnant women in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Researchers will compare giving supplements to everyone versus targeting only those at high risk. The goal is to prevent serious problems like low birth…

This study looks at whether giving air conditioners to older adults in Boston who don't have them can reduce heat stress, heat strain, and related health problems. About 100 people aged 55-95 from specific neighborhoods will take part. Some get an AC unit and electricity help in …

This study is following 2,500 adults aged 30-75 in Puerto Rico to learn how stress, diet, and where they live affect chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Researchers will collect health data and survey participants over two years, including before and after…