Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Wednesday morning roundup

As Africa makes progress against infectious diseases, cancer remains a tragic, undertreated malady.

Once again, the Mo Ibrhahim prize goes to no one. See some discussion on Twitter.

Sexual harassment in science is rampant and inherently difficult to address.

Blue-collar federal workers are really feeling the pinch.

Mexico's obesity crisis is as serious as ours, and soda is a huge part of the problem. Be aware, however, that juice isn't much better.

Carolyn on eschewing ultimatums in favor of statements of needs. My heart goes out to the LW, since I've been there (in a relationship where the other never planned anything and, it turned out, really didn't give a $hit about how I felt).

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