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Evolution of communications
Are new online communication tools destroying language and ruining our social relationships? In this interview, author Dennis Baron explains that the emergence of Facebook and Twitter is no different than the invention of the typewriter.

Is our healthcare system to blame for shorter life spans?
The life expectancy of the average American is lower than that of citizens in many other countries. Is our healthcare system to blame? According to this New York Times article, several other factors—including smoking rates—have more influence.

FDA takes on social media marketing for big pharma
The FDA is set to hold a two-day hearing to establish guidelines for social media marketing by pharmaceutical companies. Read more here.

FDA bans flavored cigarettes
In its first major crackdown since it began regulating the tobacco industry, the FDA has banned the sale of flavored cigarettes. Read more here.