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Poison ivy: Scratchin’ like a hound?

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Opioid addiction and overdoses are increasingly harming Black communities

New Harvard tool helps fact-check cancer claims

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Holly Strawbridge
Former Editor, Harvard Health
Holly Strawbridge was the executive editor of the Harvard Heart Letter from May 2012 to June 2013.
Posts by Holly Strawbridge

Holly Strawbridge
Going gluten-free just because? Here’s what you need to know

Heart Health
Unlike death and taxes, cardiovascular disease may be avoided

Holly Strawbridge
Drug hazard information fades when prescription meds switch to OTC

Staying Healthy
Artificial sweeteners: sugar-free, but at what cost?

Heart Health
Heart attack can trigger PTSD

Heart Health
Some antibiotic, antifungal drugs don’t mix with warfarin

Heart Health
Link between calcium supplements and heart disease raises the question: Take them or toss them?

Heart Health