Topic: Public Health
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Road Traffic 'Single Biggest Source of Fatality' for Young People Worldwide
Traffic fatalities disproportionately affect children in developing countries.
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Slowing Down Cars Saves Lives. So Why Is Toronto's Mayor So Opposed?
Lowering speed limits can greatly cut down on pedestrian injuries. But Rob Ford thinks one such proposal is "nuts."
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In China, Great Urbanization Brings Great Health Risks
Better care is needed for rural-to-urban migrant workers, a new review concludes.
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What Makes One City Fatter Than Another?
The factors behind the relative obesity of America's cities.
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How to Measure a Project's Health
By embracing a new "health impact assessment" tool, Atlanta makes sure its major redevelopment will lead to healthier lives.
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Fighting Crime With Former Criminals
Baltimore's program to mediate disagreements between gang members successfully prevents homicides
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Rankings
America's Healthiest Metros
In the spirit of the New Year, a look at how U.S. cities stack up on measures like obesity and smoking
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The City IKEA Built
The home retail giant is building a walkable, mostly car-free neighborhood in East London
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An Oil Company Buys Out an Entire ZIP Code
One Detroit refinery's unusual approach to reducing negative health effects
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How Many Trees is Enough?
When it comes to reducing pollution, the key isn't the number of trees you plant but where you plant them
