Do women and men behave differently when confronted with taxes? Various studies around the world show that women are more likely than men to pay their taxes, presumably because they are more risk-averse and have greater tax morale, the intrinsic motivation to pay taxes. If that is so, authorities might want to adjust their strategies to take into account gender when trying to … [Read more...] about When It Comes to Taxes, Gender Matters
Good Government and the Fight Against Air Pollution’s Mortal Threat
When we think of our personal health, we tend to focus on things like giving up tobacco and alcohol and ensuring good sanitation and cleanliness. Air pollution is not at the top of the list, but it belongs there. It is the greatest single external risk to health, reducing life expectancy by a global average of 2.3 years, according to the University of Chicago's 2023 Air Quality … [Read more...] about Good Government and the Fight Against Air Pollution’s Mortal Threat
Bringing the Doctor’s Office to Your Living Room: Unlocking the Full Potential of Telemedicine
In a rapidly digitizing world, telemedicine promises to revolutionize healthcare delivery by offering remote medical services. It can lower costs, and it can expand access to underserved populations and geographically far-flung regions, not least in situations of crisis, like the COVID-19 pandemic, a natural disaster, or war. However, despite its clear benefits, … [Read more...] about Bringing the Doctor’s Office to Your Living Room: Unlocking the Full Potential of Telemedicine
How Overconfidence Can Affect Gun Preferences and Undermine Safety
With nearly 49,000 gun-related deaths in 2021, including homicides, suicides, and accidents, the United States has long been thought to be the gun capital of the world, with a staggering 120.5 firearms per 100 inhabitants. But its numbers pale in comparison to Latin America and the Caribbean when it comes to homicides. In 2021, nine of the 10 countries with the highest homicide … [Read more...] about How Overconfidence Can Affect Gun Preferences and Undermine Safety
Increasing HPV Vaccination Rates in Latin America: A Guide for Policymakers
Rosa, a 44-year-old woman who lives in Bogotá, has a problem when it comes to getting her 9-year-old girl, Alicia[1], vaccinated with the hugely effective Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine. She's heard of the vaccine, but she hasn't gotten it for Alicia because her pediatrician has not yet mentioned it in any of the girl’s check-ups and she's not sure what the government’s … [Read more...] about Increasing HPV Vaccination Rates in Latin America: A Guide for Policymakers