Bullying and Social Hierarchies in Schools
Bullying and other forms of social aggression affect nearly 30% of…
Mental Health Cost Cuts Strain Law Enforcement
So-called austerity measures, a strategy in many Republican-dominated state legislatures to control…
No Lack of Self Esteem
Ninety-four percent of college professors believe they have above-average teaching skills. A…
Feds to Regulate Rocket Fuel Levels in Tap Water
After nearly a decade of inaction, the US government is finally going…
Smiles Make the World Go Around
A blog post in the Wall Street Journal Online explains why it…
Red Light Cameras Save Lives
Most people don’t like them. Privacy advocates abhor them. But really, how…
What If You Could Sell Your Vote?
This is Austin Frakt at his blog: Elsewhere Okun uses the idea…
Kids, Energy Drinks Don’t Mix
Energy drinks represent the fastest growing segment of beverage sales in the…
Hand Hygiene Monitoring in Hospitals
At my last hospital, we struggled to find effective and efficient ways…
Exercise a Brain-Booster for the Elderly
Aerobic exercise reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes…and it…