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Health and Wellness Update – Respiratory Illness and Mental Wellbeing

  • Publication date February 6, 2024
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Health and Wellness Update – Respiratory Illness and Mental Wellbeing Dear Members of the Harvard Community, We hope that you are settling into the rhythms of campus life after enjoying a restful Winter Recess. As you continue to attend classes, move your research and workplace priorities forward, and gather with colleagues and friends, we would…Continue Reading Health and Wellness Update – Respiratory Illness and Mental Wellbeing

An Update to Masking at HUHS

  • Publication date January 11, 2024
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Updated March 27, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting moderate levels of respiratory illness in Massachusetts. Due to this decrease in viral activity, health care staff are no longer required to mask during patient interactions. Patients who prefer that their care team remain masked during exams, may let them know…Continue Reading An Update to Masking at HUHS

FDA Warns Against Use of Eye Drops from Several Brands

  • Publication date November 7, 2023
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Harvard University Health Services would like to share information about recalled products that may be part of our community’s daily care. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a notice to not purchase and immediately stop using more than 25 over-the-counter eye drop products. Use may lead to eye infections that could result in partial…Continue Reading FDA Warns Against Use of Eye Drops from Several Brands

COVID-19 Continues to Circulate; CDC Recommends Updated COVID-19 Vaccine

  • Publication date September 27, 2023
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COVID-19 Continues to Circulate; CDC Recommends Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Updated September 26, 2024 COVID-19 continues to impact our daily lives. We strongly urge everyone to take precautions to protect themselves and the greater Harvard community.   Be prepared by keeping self-care supplies on hand. Anyone with a Harvard ID can purchase discounted supplies like antigen tests,…Continue Reading COVID-19 Continues to Circulate; CDC Recommends Updated COVID-19 Vaccine

HUHS Appoints Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Executive Director

  • Publication date September 7, 2023
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Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) recently announced two additions to its senior leadership team. Kathy G. Niknejad, MD, will serve as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Physician in Chief, and Kimberly Eng will serve as Deputy Executive Director and Chief Administrative Officer. HUHS is a multispecialty practice that provides medical and mental health care to the Harvard…Continue Reading HUHS Appoints Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Executive Director