Children
Alarming U. S. public health statistics raise big questions
November 2, 2010In 1960 combined male and female life expectancy in the U.S. ranked fifth in the world, in 2000 it had fallen to 24th place, and 10 years later, in 2010, to 49th.
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On Halloween support union-made treats and go green
October 26, 2010If your wondering, which costumes you or your kids, are wearing this Halloween or which treats to choose from, then look no further because labor and environmental groups may have the answer.
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Diane Ravitch: public education in danger
October 21, 2010In decades past, education critics mainly wanted to make public schools better, but now, says educator and author Diane Ravitch, the question is, "Will public education survive"
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Farm-to-school could free kids from mystery meat
October 5, 2010You'd think that a program linking local farmers producing fresh, minimally processed foods with local schools would be a no-brainer.
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New health care law benefits women and children
September 17, 2010The new health care reform law, the Affordable Health Care Act, contains numerous benefits for women and children, women's advocates say.
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