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From the Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), welcome to the Global Health Dictionary. 📖🌐

This project aims to explain some of the most common (and sometimes complex) terms we use on a daily basis.

All the definitions and materials have been created by our Communications team in collaboration with the Centre’s researchers 💻🔍. As we can’t cover all the terms used in science and medicine, we will focus on those that are most relevant to our scientific agenda. 🗓️

But… it’s not finished yet! The dictionary will continue to be updated as we add new words and resources. Stay tuned! ✨

TODAY’S WORD IS…

Blue light
What is blue light? Blue light is a natural part of visible light and is present in both sunlight and many sources of artificial lighting , including phone, computer and tablet screens . In recent years, it has attracted considerable interest because of its potential effects on sleep, vision and health. Blue light is non-ionising radiation , meaning that it does not directly alter the genetic structure of cells, unlike X-rays, for example. It has a wavelength of approximately 400...
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