By Deborah Cho I’m a little late to this discussion, but I want to talk briefly about the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and how we make our decisions on charitable giving. I’m sure by now most readers understand the basic concept of the challenge: individuals can choose to either record a video of themselves pouring ice…
By Timo Minssen One of my previous blogs discussed the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). I concluded that antimicrobial resistance is a growing and complex threat involving multifaceted legal, socio-economic and scientific aspects. This requires sustained and coordinated action on both global and local levels. A recent medical review on drug resistant tuberculosis supports…
By Nir Eyal Still deliberating which charity to give money to this year? The best charity evaluator is an organization called GiveWell. With one major reservation, you can safely follow their recommendations. And yes, you really should donate a bunch–today, and as a New Year’s resolution. If you choose the right cause, you could do…
