by Mattie Quinn | Nov 4, 2013 | Science + Technology, Topics
Developing countries have long lists of problems—illiteracy, disease, hunger, corruption. There’s one more problem that has gotten less attention, until recently: lightning strikes, which cause a disproportionately high number of deaths in developing countries....
by Summer Nettles | Oct 24, 2013 | Science + Technology, Topics
WASHINGTON – Pet owners are seeking safe, healthy treats in the aftermath of a Food and Drug Administration update on an investigation into jerky treats causing illnesses in cats and dogs. In a letter to veterinarians Tuesday, the FDA said there have been “3,000...
by Jayna Omaye | Oct 24, 2013 | Immigration, Science + Technology
WASHINGTON — Workers with disabilities are paid about 10 percent less than other workers in similar jobs, and 8 percent less in total compensation, including wages, health insurance and vacation time, according to a new Cornell University study. Research by...
by Summer Nettles | Oct 23, 2013 | Science + Technology, Topics
WASHINGTON – A study released Tuesday reveals that employees believe the Affordable Care Act will cause their insurance premiums to rise and, according to a leading health care actuary, they are right – at least initially. The National Business Group on Health, whose...
by Abby Theodros | Oct 15, 2013 | Politics, Science + Technology, Topics
think before you ink from Medill Washington on Vimeo. WASHINGTON–The District’s department of health proposed a set of tattoo regulations citing public safety issues earlier this month. Possible tattoo reforms range from sanitation efforts to a 24-hour...
by Tanvi Misra | Oct 14, 2013 | National Security, Science + Technology
WASHINGTON – Frustrated physicians who have worked in veterans’ hospitals along with emotional vets and families accused the Veterans Affairs Department Thursday of bungling patient care, especially in the prescribing of drugs for pain management. “Quick and cheap is...
