Let’s Relax, Dengue Fever, Corporal Punishment

Top of Mind with Julie Rose • Season 1, Episode 1760

Mar 29, 2022 • 53m

Spending time relaxing isn't a waste. Done in moderation, it can be essential. A new project involving mosquitoes drastically reduced cases of Dengue Fever. Research shows that corporal punishment on kids does more harm than good, and Congress has introduced a bill to end corporal punishment in schools.

Episode Segments

Benefits of Taking it EasyMar 29, 202222mLeisure time isn't a waste--it's actually good for you.

Leisure time isn't a waste--it's actually good for you.

Mosquitoes Treating Dengue FeverMar 29, 202217mTo reduce Dengue fever, scientists breed mosquitoes infected with an anti-Dengue bacterium.

To reduce Dengue fever, scientists breed mosquitoes infected with an anti-Dengue bacterium.

The Push to End Corporal Punishment in SchoolsMar 29, 202215mNineteen states, including Texas and Florida, still allow physical punishment in schools—things like spanking or paddling.

Nineteen states, including Texas and Florida, still allow physical punishment in schools—things like spanking or paddling.