Welcome and new publications

We are welcoming a new MD-PhD student, Ms. Kurumi Shinoda, and a PhD student from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Mr. Nihaal Khan Rahman. Mr. Rahman has begun working with the Fukushima Health Management Survey Office.

Two papers led by Dr. Sekine and Mr. Yamawaki have been accepted. Congratulations!
Sekine M, et al. Accessibility of medical information leaflets for patients in emergency care settings in Japan. Health Literacy and Communication Open.
https://doi.org/10.1080/28355245.2025.2515080
Yamawaki K. Improving care for preschool children with disabilities during disasters in Japan. Health Systems & Reform. (In press.)
https://doi.org/10.1080/23288604.2025.2521185