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Posted: 01 Dec 2017 07:47 AM PST Not every kind of science skepticism is the same. For example, skepticism about climate change is linked to political ideology, whereas skepticism about vaccinations consistently correlates with religious beliefs. In contrast, skepticism about genetically modified foods is not fuelled by religious or political ideology. These are some of the major findings of a new research study among North Americans. |
New document guides hospitals in responding to infectious disease outbreaks Posted: 30 Nov 2017 08:24 AM PST A new expert guidance document for hospitals to use in preparing for and containing outbreaks has now been published. |
Global risk of Madagascar's pneumonic plague epidemic is limited Posted: 30 Nov 2017 06:38 AM PST Mathematical models have proven the risk of the on-going pneumonic plague epidemic in Madagascar spreading elsewhere in the world is limited, with the estimated number of exported cases staying below 0.1 person in each country between August 1 and October 17. |
When brands tempt us to lie, cheat and steal Posted: 30 Nov 2017 06:00 AM PST When consumers believe that a company is harmful in some way, then they feel justified participating in illegal activities, such as shoplifting, piracy or hacking to harm the company, new research indicates. |
Police body-worn cameras reduce reports of misconduct, use of force Posted: 29 Nov 2017 06:14 AM PST The use of body-worn police cameras is associated with significant reductions in complaints of police misconduct and police use of force incidents, a new study on the effects of body-worn cameras on police officers concluded. The study also found that body-worn cameras can generate considerable cost savings for police by simplifying the complaint resolution process. |
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