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• Madagascar plague outbreak catches health officials off guard

  Joan Spitrey Healthcare Administration

  When most people hear "the plague," they immediately think of the "Black Death" that killed more than 50 million Europeans in the 14th century. However, despite modern medicine, the plague continues to be endemic to many areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Madagascar and Peru. Currently, Madagascar is experiencing an unusually early plague that has affected 684 people with at least 54 deaths.

• The double-edged sword of Amazon’s HQ2

  Kate Hessong Civil & Government

  "Amazon is performing a competitive site selection process and is considering metro regions in North America for its second corporate headquarters," Amazon wrote in its request for proposal, seeking a home for HQ2. If the thought of having a retail and technology giant call your city home wasn’t exciting enough, the company is also promising to bring 50,000 new jobs, $5 billion in up-front construction investment and an inevitable boost to the local economy. But is Amazon moving to your city too good to be true?

• A diverse force makes for a stronger force

  Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & Security

  ​It is no secret that we live in troubled times. Racism, white nationalism and minority harassment make daily headlines. At the same time, maintaining law and order is a challenge. Hate speech and mistreatment accusations are battering the police force. The need of the hour is to rebuild the trust and faith of the people they have sworn to protect and serve. A specific focus is on building a diverse force and strong community connections.

• Should dentists continue to use fluoride?

  Heather Linderfelt Oral & Dental Healthcare

  In the 1930s, dental research showed that children who lived in areas with high concentrations of naturally occurring fluoride in the water had less tooth decay. This research led to the addition of fluoride to the municipal water supply in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1945. Other municipalities followed, and the Community Water Fluoridation program began. Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral. It is in our soils, water, and food in various amounts, depending on where you live, but our bodies don’t need it to survive.

• Retailers hold the key to Europe’s F-Gas transition

  Andrew Gaved Facilities & Grounds

  In previous posts, I have lamented the slow take-up of conversion to lower-GWP refrigerants in Europe and have presented several doom-laden scenarios about what might happen to refrigerant prices and availability if the industry doesn’t get a move on. I thought I would start this one off a bit more positively, and share a new a report that, while also lamenting the slow take-up of conversions, does move on to make some useful suggestions and recommendations for policy action.

• What to know about the SI joint

  Heather Linderfelt Sports & Fitness

  The sacroiliac (SI) joint is a strong, powerful joint that connects the upper body to the lower half of the body via the sacrum, which is the bottom bone of the spine, and the ilium, which is part of the pelvis. The joint is not responsible for a great deal of movement, but its main job is to transfer the weight and movements of the upper body to the legs. Since these joints carry and transfer all the weight of the upper body, the cartilage that cushions the joint can wear away and cause SI joint problems.

• Walmart’s Jet.com targets younger shoppers with new brand

  Bambi Majumdar Retail

  Do millennials shop differently? Walmart’s Jet.com thinks they do. That is why it is all set to launch the grocery brand Uniquely J for "everyday essentials." The brand’s focus is on young shoppers who like edgier and bolder packaging. Millennials are keen to buy quality products that are local and clean, and Uniquely J’s products will display transparent labeling and product sourcing details. The launch also represents an important next step in Walmart's pursuit of Amazon.

• #MeToo and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace

  Simma Lieberman Business Management, Services & Risk Management

  Accusations of sexual harassment and sexual assault against film producer Harvey Weinstein have recently exposed widespread behaviors in Hollywood towards many women and some men. As a result, Alyssa Milano adopted the now-hashtag #MeToo, taking from a campaign that started 20 years ago with activist Tarana Burke. But sexual harassment and sexual assault by men in power towards women is not a new phenomenon. According to a recent ABC News-Washington Post poll, 54 percent of all American women have been subjected to unwanted and inappropriate sexual advances.

• Common generator problems in industrial settings

  Clayton Costello Engineering

  Generators need to run smoothly and efficiently to effectively power necessary equipment in industrial settings. However, there are a few common problems industrial generators encounter that factory managers, OEMs and owners should be aware of in order to prevent downtime. The single most common generator problem is neglected maintenance, but improper sizing and inadequate fuel supply are also problems that occur often.

• Negotiating commercial leases: Trade free rent for cash

  Dale Willerton and Jeff Grandfield Retail

  For many commercial tenants, negotiating a good lease or lease renewal against an experienced agent or landlord can be a challenge. While an entrepreneur focuses on marketing and managing, savvy real estate agents and brokers are specialized salespeople. Their job is to sell tenants on leasing their location at the highest possible rental rate. Whether you are leasing a new location for the first time or negotiating a lease renewal for your business, here are three money-saving tips.

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