31 October 2024
Event Date(s)/Period(s)
31 October 2024
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School of Public Health
On 31 October 2024, the School of Public Health hosted a distinguished lecture, titled ‘Survival of the City: Living and Thriving in an Era of Pandemic Disease’, by Professor David M. Cutler, Otto Eckstein Professor of Applied Economics at Harvard University. The lecture, held at the HKU medical campus, attracted over 50 attendees in person.
The event commenced with opening remarks from Professor David Bishai, Director and Clinical Professor of the School, followed by an introduction of the speaker by Professor Karen Grépin, Associate Professor in the School. Professor Cutler explored how cities can adapt and thrive amidst pandemics, drawing on his extensive research in health economics and public policy. His insights provided valuable perspectives on urban resilience and public health strategies.
The Q&A session was engaging, with insightful questions from the participants. It was a great opportunity for the participants to better understand the challenges and solutions related to urban living in the context of pandemics.
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