Editor's picks
Our reads for the weekend
January 27, 2012
The Daily Briefing editorial team highlights several studies and articles that got us talking this week.
In New York, a controversial anti-obesity ad plastered on the walls of the city's subway system features an overweight man with an amputed leg. But the ad may be more than meets the eye… thanks to photoshop. The New York Times has the full story. More.
Business leaders from around the world gathered in Davos this week for the World Economic Forum. The Wall Street Journal reports on Bill Gates' efforts to rally support for health programs at the famous conference. More.
What is the ‘ick’ factor, exactly? Scientist strive to understand disgust, the "Cinderella of emtions," the New York Times reports. More.
Which state has the most bicycle and pedestrian commuters? The answer--according to a recent Alliance for Biking & Walking report--may surprise you. More.
Could a healthy ego be unhealthy? PLoS ONE study unearths a link between narcissism and health problems. More.
The Daily Briefing last week reported on the possible impact of new diagnostic criteria for autism. The New York Times has the story on how parents and advocates are responding to the news. More.
Did you miss HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius' appearance on the Daily Show last week? Jon Stewart quizzed her on the states' role in health reform implementation. More.
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