Category Archives: Health

Who’s a Good Pick for VP in the 2008 Election?

Posted on August 17, 2008 by shaunmiller

Ok, it’s time to get political.  Who would you say is the best VP candidate for the presidential candidates this year? For the Republicans, I think the best choice that McCain can do is Mitt Romney.  He’s pretty popular in … Continue reading →

Posted in 2008 Election, Government, Health, Mormons, Politics | 14 Comments

Book Review: Bonk by Mary Roach

Posted on August 8, 2008 by shaunmiller

I just finished Bonk by Mary Roach and what an interesting look at the technologies of science!  As some of you know, my specialty in philosophy is the philosophy of sex, love, and human relationships.  When I grabbed this book, … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Review, Health, Sexuality | 2 Comments

Banning Trans Fats in California

Posted on July 28, 2008 by shaunmiller

Last Friday, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a bill to make California the first state to ban trans fats from all restaurants and bakeries.  This would affect about 88,000 food outlets.  Last October, he also signed a bill banning trans fats … Continue reading →

Posted in Economics, Ethics, Government, Health | Tagged , , | 5 Comments

US is falling on Development Index + Economics and Religion

Posted on July 18, 2008 by shaunmiller

We are living shorter lives, spend the most on health care than on any other nation, and a 25% of 15 year olds are at or below math skills internationally.  The article is here. The shorter life span has to … Continue reading →

Posted in Economics, Health | Tagged , | 16 Comments