Health Care for the Wealthy or the Unhealthy?
Research shows that in Canada, health determines who sees a specialist, but in the U.S., income does.
The True Cost of Tobacco
Researchers find that poor smokers' children are the victims of the habit: Their nutrition takes a hit when their parents divert precious resources to pay for tobacco.
Going ‘Glocal’
What do gombo, hidden cameras and advertorials have in common? Hint: Each is a part of mainstream journalism somewhere in the world.
Valentine’s Day in the Lab
A collection of academic musings on Valentine's Day traditions to keep you warm in bed at night (in the event that you don't find a date).
Teaching an Old Immune System New Tricks
Researchers have found a protein that may be the immune system's fountain of youth.
Can Drug Policy Prevent Reefer Madness?
A cross-national comparison of alcohol and marijuana use among adolescents indicates that stricter laws may prevent high school kids from drinking, but not from smoking pot.
Female Teachers Add to Students’ Math Anxiety
Highly math-anxious female teachers may lead girls to conform to the stereotype that, when it comes to math, they just can't compete with the boys.
Information: The New Weight-Loss Drug
Research shows that nutritional information about fast food inspires parents to make healthier choices for their kids.
The State of Student Loans
Obama's State of the Union speech addressed the problem of student loan debt.