Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention

@HSPHCancer

Dedicated to prevention education and research across the cancer continuum. Hosts of the Cancer FactFinder (http://cancerfactfinder.org) website.

Boston, MA

Joined October 2021

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Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jul 10

Just How Harmful Is Vaping? More Evidence Is Emerging. nytimes.com/2025/07/09/wel…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. A new study that found high levels of heavy metals in popular nicotine vapes adds to concerns about the products.

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jul 22

Taking an interval training approach to your walk may improve your fitness. wapo.st/3UuKei9

HSPHCancer's tweet card. People are rediscovering interval walking training (IWT), a technique that can help you get fit in 30 minutes a day.

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jul 22

Many Lung Cancers Are Now in Nonsmokers. Scientists Want to Know Why. nytimes.com/2025/07/22/wel…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. The face of lung cancer — once older men with a history of smoking — has changed.

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The Skin Cancer Foundation 👒@SkinCancerOrg · Jun 27

With so many options on the market, what’s the best #sunscreen for you? The answer is simple: The one you will use every day, all year long. Read our sunscreen issue for more info and answers to common questions. skincancer.org/blog/your-june…

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Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 30

Watermelon is a staple of summertime snacking. Is it healthy? "How Healthy Is Watermelon?" nytimes.com/2024/07/01/wel…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. It’s hydrating, to start. Here’s what else experts had to say about this warm-weather treat — along with some refreshing recipes.

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 24

An informative piece about #EndocrineDisruptors from @MikkaelSekeres for the @washingtonpost and their link to #Cancer. "As an oncologist, here’s what I wish people knew about endocrine disruptors" wapo.st/3HW1f1Z

HSPHCancer's tweet card. The health concerns surrounding endocrine disruptors, such as phthalates, BPA and PFAS, can sound scary. But what we do know suggests the risks are low.

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The Skin Cancer Foundation 👒@SkinCancerOrg · Jun 9

The Skin Cancer Foundation believes that the best sunscreen is the one you are most likely to use, as long as it provides safe and effective protection and is broad-spectrum with an SPF 30 or higher. ⁠ skincancer.org/skin-cancer-pr… ⁠

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The Skin Cancer Foundation 👒@SkinCancerOrg · Jun 11

June is #MensHealthMonth. It's important to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily, do monthly self-exams and see a dermatologist: At least once a year or if you see anything new, changing or unusual on your skin. ⁠ skincancer.org/early-detectio…

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Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 17

We are so grateful for the many scientists in the @Harvard community who advance the fight against #Cancer. hsph.me/neuroscience_o…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. The Neuroscience of Cancer

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 16

Too often, Black patients get late diagnoses of deadly skin cancer wapo.st/3Tf4bJz

HSPHCancer's tweet card. For Black people, surviving skin cancer begins with knowing what to look for — and where to look.

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 16

What Makes a Food Ultraprocessed? The FDA Is About to Weigh In. nytimes.com/2025/06/10/wel…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. The agency is crafting a definition that could shape food policy nationwide.

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Harvard Epidemiology@HarvardEpi · Jun 12

Cancer epidemiology is well represented at #SER2025 —fellow PhD student in cancer epi, Alexis Miranda, and I each had a chance to showcase our groups’ work. Descriptive epi 🤝 causal inference @causalab @hsphcancerepi @hsphcancer @LGBTQHealthExce

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Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 10

A diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, and legumes can help reduce your risk of cancer. Check out this article for tips on eating more of them. @nytimes @alicegcallahan How to Become a Vegetarian (or Simply Eat More Plants) nytimes.com/article/vegeta…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. Your health and cooking questions, answered.

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 4

These @hseas students developed a "a low-cost, user-friendly and scalable" method for the early detection of #LungCancer for their senior capstone project. 👏👏👏 seas.harvard.edu/news/2025/04/s…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. A breathalyzer for detecting lung cancer

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · Jun 2

We know that any amount of any kind of #Alcohol increases your risk for @Cancer. But @Ch_Hops of the @nytimes asks, "Is There a Least Bad Alcohol?" nytimes.com/2025/05/20/wel…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. We all know about the health risks of drinking. But if you’re going to partake, it’s natural to want to minimize the damage.

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Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · May 27

Helpful tips from @CDC_Cancer to prevent #SkinCancer.

CCDC Cancer@CDC_Cancer · May 23

Today is #Don’tFryDay, but every day is a good day to protect your skin from the sun. Check out these 5 ways to be sun safe. Learn more about CDC’s sun safety tips here: bit.ly/3QOP48R

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · May 27

One Type of Mammogram Proves Better for Women With Dense Breasts nytimes.com/2025/05/23/hea…

HSPHCancer's tweet card. Contrast-enhanced mammography identified three times as many tumors as ultrasound scans. But it is not widely used for screening in the United States.

Harvard Zhu Center for Global Cancer Prevention@HSPHCancer · May 13

Experts at @aicrtweets and @WCRF recommend limiting or avoiding sugar-sweetened beverages in favor of water or unsweetened drinks to reduce #Cancer risk. @MassDPH shares facts about sugar-sweetened beverages and tips for making healthier choices. mass.gov/info-details/m…