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U.S. Baby Boomers Moving Out,
Minorities Moving In
Baby boomers, many set to retire, are moving out of densely populated states in favor of less populated areas, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Since 2000, the oldest baby boomers—those closest to retirement age—have moved into several fast-growing states.
Building Alliances to Save Mothers' Lives
Theresa Shaver, director of the global secretariat for the White Ribbon Alliance for Safe Motherhood, led an online discussion that reviewed the challenges and successes of a major international effort to reduce maternal mortality. Read a transcript of the questions and answers.
The Middle East Youth Bulge
In the Middle East, nearly 1 in 5 people are between ages 15 and 24. Despite improved health and education, the needs of these young people are still not being met. Ragui Assaad, of the Population Council, led an online discussion of the implications of this bulge. Read a transcript of the questions and answers.