New Report Blasts State Over Child Abuse Deaths

New report blasts state over child abuse deaths
The report reviewed the deaths of 40 children and concluded that welfare authorities who were involved with the families had overlooked danger signs like drug abuse or domestic violence. Most of the … Jacobo maintained that better training was needed … Read more on Tallahassee Democrat (blog)

How pot tax compares with other 'sin' taxes
5, marijuana buyers in Colorado will pay at least 10% in taxes — a 10% special sales tax that will also help fund marijuana enforcement plus the 2.9% sales tax (the same tax added to retail sales). Included in the ballot measure is a 15% … The … Read more on USA TODAY

Health Week: Failing grades
It also urged the establishment of a program of “comprehensive prescription drug coverage” and a pan-Canadian palliative care strategy, as well as the rescinding of changes to the interim federal health program that reduced health coverage for refugee … Read more on iPolitics.ca (subscription)