William A. Haseltine Ph.D.

About

William A. Haseltine, Ph.D., is the Chair and President of ACCESS Health International, a nonprofit organization that works to ensure that all people, no matter their age or where they live, have access to high-quality, affordable healthcare. He is known for his pioneering work on cancer, HIV/AIDS, and genomics. He was a professor at Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Public Health, and founder of its Division of Biochemical Pharmacology and Division of Human Retrovirology. He is the author of numerous books, including his latest My Lifelong Fight Against Disease: From Polio and AIDS to COVID-19.

Recent Posts

Can Ketamine Improve Treatment-Resistant Depression?

A new study explores ketamine's impact on the brain and provides hope for those suffering from treatment-resistant depression.

Stress and Intimacy: Perception Colors Behaviors

A recent study finds that perceiving stress as a challenge rather than a threat fosters intimacy and satisfaction in a relationship.

Stress Contagion: Does Observing Others’ Anxiety Affect You?

Observing stress in others elevates our stress levels, impacting physiology and behavior.

Heartfelt Appreciation: How Thanks Can Heal Your Heart

A recent study finds workplace appreciation is linked to lower heart disease risk. Positive recognition by colleagues boosts heart health, addressing stress.

Are You Blind and Deaf to Your Feelings?

Even without sight or sound, the brain processes emotions. Neuroimaging reveals insights for diverse interventions in sensory impairments and emotional understanding.

Decoding Nature and Nurture: Insights From Twin Studies

Genetics may play a greater role in distinguishing between disgust and fear than previously known, according to new research.

What to Do About Your Anxiety: The Answer May Be in Your Gut

Groundbreaking research on the gut-brain axis and social anxiety reveals the crucial role of the microbiome in mental health.

Is It Worth the Chance? How Your Brain Weighs the Options

Exploring dopamine's role in addiction and consumer behavior helps us understand how it shapes our motivations and influences decision-making.

Understanding Your Feelings: A Study of Emotional Language

A new study discovers emotional hubs in language reveal universal human connections, enhancing communication and empathy across cultures.

Sniffing Female Tears Reduces Male Aggression

A new study finds that perceptually odorless female tears emit a chemical signal that reduces male aggression.