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Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer

Tuesday, June 1 at 8pm on MPT - Behavior

Understand the importance of persuading the public to protect themselves during health crises. History shows that handwashing, social distancing and grassroots campaigning all play important roles in helping to shift behavior and save lives.

Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer

Using Behavioral Psychology to Encourage Healthy Habits

Behavioral scientists hired by advertising agencies use psychology to influence habits.

Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer

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Discover the story of a public health revolution that doubled the human lifespan.

About the program

Discover the little-known story of the innovations in science and medicine that doubled the human lifespan in less than a century, and celebrate the unsung heroes of public health who believed change was possible and acted on it.