NY Times References Miller's Research on Economic Volatility and Health Outcomes

CHP/PCOR faculty member Grant Miller was mentioned in a recent article by the New York Times on the current recession and the societal changes that may occur. Scholars question whether the economic downturn will signify a rise in adverse health outcomes. According to some scholars, a downturn could potentially result in health benefits that are not measured by the market. The New York Times cited Miller's work on coffee price fluctuations and child survival in Colombia as an example. In a recent study, Miller found that infant and child mortality rates fell as coffee prices slumped, a result of parents having the ability to invest more time in taking care of their children. Read more »