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Can our political leanings distort our assessment of unrelated expertise? More specifically, can a person’s political leanings—which differ from her… Continue reading Our Political Leanings Distort Our Assessment of Unrelated Expertise

Heart Surgery May Have Caused Movie Star Death Bill Paxton was well-known as an actor in TV and films, starring… Continue reading Did the Movie Star Have to Die?

Should you be worried about possible illness or injury as a result of water pollution if you live in Pennsylvania?… Continue reading Excessive Pollution in Pennsylvania and Possible Harms to Residents

Suffering a stroke is a terrifying experience, and one that most people hope will never affect them or their loved… Continue reading Why Aren’t Doctors Using a Treatment for Strokes Known to Be Effective?

When healthcare professionals began using electronic health record (EHR) systems, many patient safety advocates hoped that these systems would help… Continue reading Electronic Health Records Linked To Potential Patient Harm

When a couple has difficulty conceiving, a potential solution may be visiting a fertility specialist who can discuss options for… Continue reading Fertility Doctor Uses Own Sperm Instead of Donor’s

Why are parents deciding not to have their children vaccinated, and what are some of the health risks caused by… Continue reading Parents Exposing Children To Risks By Refusing Recommended Vaccinations

  There have been a number of shocking stories about discrimination over the years, many of which focus specifically on… Continue reading Starbucks Case Summary

Facebook recently introduced a new messaging app for children to connect easier with parents and close friends in what they… Continue reading Why Facebook Should Rethink Messenger Kids