Author: Joaquin Lennon Sabatini
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Quitting Smoking Can Increase Weight More Than We Thought
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Obesity is a growing health problem in the United States with prevalence rates rising from 13 percent in the 1960s to 35 percent in 2012. The United States has the highest obesity rate in the OECD, but the world is keeping pace: The World Health Organization has declared obesity to be…
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How Temporary Incentives Can Increase Long-Run Productivity in Clinics
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A recent study shows that temporary financial incentives can motivate long-run changes in clinic routines, overcoming the initial costs of inertia and allowing them to implement more effective and efficient practices.