Research

Human death rates increased by more than 4% in vulture-suitable districts after these birds nearly went extinct; additionally, evidence points to an increase in feral dog populations and rabies, along with diminished water quality in affected regions.

Pressing charges in cases of domestic abuse, vs. protective services for the victim, substantially reduces the likelihood of violent recidivism.

New research from Assistant Professor Zarek Brot-Goldberg finds that prior authorization policies generate savings for Medicare that exceed the administrative costs they create.

While air pollution from China makes South Korean residents sicker, strong Chinese air policies have led to fewer deaths over time—saving South Korea $2.62 billion per year.

Providing a basic bundle of publicly funded services, while allowing individuals to purchase additional coverage, could expand US health coverage in a financially sustainable way that maintained incentives for innovation.

The paper reports individuals’ withdrawal behavior from before and after they turn 59½ (the age at which the penalty expires) to see whether the presence of a penalty impacts the amounts people withdraw.