Nicholas Carr, a renowned tech critic, has been warning about the downsides of technology for years. In his latest book, "Superbloom: How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart, " he dives into the paradox of communication. While we once believed more communication would bring us closer, Carr argu
In today's healthcare scene, many hospitals are growing rapidly. But sometimes, this growth doesn't go as smoothly as expected. Let's take a look at what happened when a Canadian hospital expanded its radiation oncology department. Before the expansion, everything was fine—doctors and techs were rig
Some federal health agencies have temporarily stopped sharing certain information, like updates on food outbreaks and flu vaccinations. This pause is part of a wider communication break ordered by the Trump administration. It gives the new team time to set up their own way of sharing important healt
Ever wondered how marine bacteria talk to algae? Chemical communication between these tiny ocean dwellers influences their populations and affects crucial ocean processes. A recent discovery sheds light on this hidden language. Scientists were studying the bacterium Roseovarius tolerans, which lives
Fathom Entertainment, known for its global live and recorded content distribution, has named Eric Becker as their new head of communications. Becker, who has a long history in the industry, will be reporting to marketing VP Shannah Miller. His job? To handle all external communications, from media r
In an unexpected move, the Trump administration has hit the pause button on many health agency communications. This includes messages from big names like the CDC and the FDA. The command came down in a memo from the acting Secretary of Health and Human Services. Until at least the end of January, re
Earlier this month, a major internet cable in Taiwan was damaged. This wasn’t just a technical issue – it raised alarms about potential threats from China. Taiwan’s Coast Guard has been investigating a cargo ship from China, the Shunxin39, which was spotted near the broken cable. They suspect it mig
Science has a trust problem. It’s not just about vaccines, but anything that feels mysterious or scary. Take vaccines, for instance. They’re a miracle, but who wants to be poked with a weakened germ? It’s all about trust. Recently, a big vaccine skeptic, Robert F Kennedy Jr, was nominated for a top
Science is losing people's trust, and it's a big problem. A doctor once saw a kid have a seizure right after getting a vaccine. The mom was scared, even though the vaccine wasn't the cause. This shows how trust is key when it comes to things like vaccines. Recently, someone who thinks vaccines are b
Think about this: some people believe that how doctors talk to patients might depend on the patient's race or ethnicity. This could be a big deal, right? So, researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see if there's any truth to this. They found a mix of results. Most studies said doctors talk th
