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Why radiologists say we should question AI hope and hype www.croakey.org/why-radiolog...
August 8, 2026 at 2:33 AM
Why radiologists say we should question AI hope and hype www.croakey.org/why-radiolog...
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Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin , of the Northern District of California, described the settlement as a source of "significant relief" for the plaintiffs in her ruling on Monday.
Anthropic will pay $1.5 billion to authors for using pirated books to train Claude. - Sinaptica
What happened
A federal judge in the United States approved the $1.5 billion settlement between Anthropic and a group of authors and publishers who sued the com
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July 22, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin , of the Northern District of California, described the settlement as a source of "significant relief" for the plaintiffs in her ruling on Monday.
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These were suppose to be lessons not the play book
July 11, 2026 at 3:06 PM
These were suppose to be lessons not the play book
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"France's leadership could trigger the beginning of a renaissance in political commitment, partnership, and science-based decision making for health."
Richard Horton reflects on the International Summit on One Health held in Lyon earlier this month: tinyurl.com/2nht6xvy
Richard Horton reflects on the International Summit on One Health held in Lyon earlier this month: tinyurl.com/2nht6xvy
Offline: Reinvigorating One Health—merci!
One lament you will often hear from global health activists is the lack of commitment,
even interest, shown by high-income country political leaders towards health and health
equity. There have been e...
www.thelancet.com
April 17, 2026 at 2:22 PM
"France's leadership could trigger the beginning of a renaissance in political commitment, partnership, and science-based decision making for health."
Richard Horton reflects on the International Summit on One Health held in Lyon earlier this month: tinyurl.com/2nht6xvy
Richard Horton reflects on the International Summit on One Health held in Lyon earlier this month: tinyurl.com/2nht6xvy
Super important the government stares the Trump administration down on medicine pricing.
The PBS is a cornerstone of our healthcare system. We can’t be bullied into caving in and dismantling a system which serves Australians well.
The PBS is a cornerstone of our healthcare system. We can’t be bullied into caving in and dismantling a system which serves Australians well.
‘We think it should be zero’: Farrell vows to fight Trump administration over drug tariffs
The trade minister said he would meet US trade tsar Jamieson Greer and make the case to remove tariffs on pharmaceuticals, as well as on other exports.
www.theage.com.au
April 9, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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On the cover, our latest Editorial—'Childhood cancer: progress, but not enough'
Read this & more in our latest issue ▶️ spkl.io/63328AF70M
Read this & more in our latest issue ▶️ spkl.io/63328AF70M
April 3, 2026 at 11:03 AM
On the cover, our latest Editorial—'Childhood cancer: progress, but not enough'
Read this & more in our latest issue ▶️ spkl.io/63328AF70M
Read this & more in our latest issue ▶️ spkl.io/63328AF70M
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A little shameless self promotion here.
Was honoured to be asked to write the environmental health chapter for the MedSci 101 textbook Core Concepts in Health (5th Ed).
It came out last week.
Definitely a stretch for me, something I've never done.
1/
Was honoured to be asked to write the environmental health chapter for the MedSci 101 textbook Core Concepts in Health (5th Ed).
It came out last week.
Definitely a stretch for me, something I've never done.
1/
March 9, 2026 at 5:29 PM
A little shameless self promotion here.
Was honoured to be asked to write the environmental health chapter for the MedSci 101 textbook Core Concepts in Health (5th Ed).
It came out last week.
Definitely a stretch for me, something I've never done.
1/
Was honoured to be asked to write the environmental health chapter for the MedSci 101 textbook Core Concepts in Health (5th Ed).
It came out last week.
Definitely a stretch for me, something I've never done.
1/
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It was an excellent experience, relearning and reviewing all the important issues of our time. In particular, trying to tease out which bits of information was important enough for budding learners to absorb.
here's hoping this makes for solid fundamental for future leaders/doctors.
fin/
here's hoping this makes for solid fundamental for future leaders/doctors.
fin/
March 9, 2026 at 5:29 PM
It was an excellent experience, relearning and reviewing all the important issues of our time. In particular, trying to tease out which bits of information was important enough for budding learners to absorb.
here's hoping this makes for solid fundamental for future leaders/doctors.
fin/
here's hoping this makes for solid fundamental for future leaders/doctors.
fin/
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March 9, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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My response to those who view AI in qualitative research in polarised terms.
I argue for the AI enthusiasts and the conscientious objectors to meet in the middle and deliberate.
journals.sagepub.com/eprint/SNHUC...
I argue for the AI enthusiasts and the conscientious objectors to meet in the middle and deliberate.
journals.sagepub.com/eprint/SNHUC...
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March 8, 2026 at 4:14 PM
My response to those who view AI in qualitative research in polarised terms.
I argue for the AI enthusiasts and the conscientious objectors to meet in the middle and deliberate.
journals.sagepub.com/eprint/SNHUC...
I argue for the AI enthusiasts and the conscientious objectors to meet in the middle and deliberate.
journals.sagepub.com/eprint/SNHUC...
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A poem about suicidal empathy
January 24, 2026 at 5:41 PM
A poem about suicidal empathy
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Just out: a fascinating collection of autobiographical essays by psychiatrists about how their personal struggles have intersected with their professional identity.
Editor Glenn Roberts is one of the pioneers of narrative-based approaches to psychiatry and psychotherapy.
personally-speaking.com
Editor Glenn Roberts is one of the pioneers of narrative-based approaches to psychiatry and psychotherapy.
personally-speaking.com
Personally Speaking – Personally Speaking
personally-speaking.com
January 23, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Just out: a fascinating collection of autobiographical essays by psychiatrists about how their personal struggles have intersected with their professional identity.
Editor Glenn Roberts is one of the pioneers of narrative-based approaches to psychiatry and psychotherapy.
personally-speaking.com
Editor Glenn Roberts is one of the pioneers of narrative-based approaches to psychiatry and psychotherapy.
personally-speaking.com
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Home from SCS. Got free books. Missed my bed. Time to sleep 😴
January 11, 2026 at 7:05 AM
Home from SCS. Got free books. Missed my bed. Time to sleep 😴
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After a convocation speech he gave about practicing kindness went viral, the writer George Saunders earned a public reputation for goodness — a narrative that he resists. On “The Interview,” Saunders explains how he’s just as flawed as anyone else. Read, watch or listen. trib.al/ZWKt6Gc
January 10, 2026 at 9:12 PM
After a convocation speech he gave about practicing kindness went viral, the writer George Saunders earned a public reputation for goodness — a narrative that he resists. On “The Interview,” Saunders explains how he’s just as flawed as anyone else. Read, watch or listen. trib.al/ZWKt6Gc
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Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 drugs can help blunt cravings for nicotine, alcohol and opioids.
go.nature.com/496UaW0
go.nature.com/496UaW0
Audio long read: Will blockbuster obesity drugs revolutionize addiction treatment?
Listen to an audio version of a recent Nature Feature.
go.nature.com
January 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 drugs can help blunt cravings for nicotine, alcohol and opioids.
go.nature.com/496UaW0
go.nature.com/496UaW0
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To all our fans, all the best for 2026! Looking forward to more cricketing fun the world over in the next twelve months.
December 31, 2025 at 8:25 AM
To all our fans, all the best for 2026! Looking forward to more cricketing fun the world over in the next twelve months.
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‘Even in the most unlikely places there is beauty’: stories of hope from newsrooms around the world
‘Even in the most unlikely places there is beauty’: stories of hope from newsrooms around the world
From the construction worker who won a place at medical school to an art exhibition in a country with no galleries, we asked journalists for their most optimistic tales of the year
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2025 at 4:32 PM
‘Even in the most unlikely places there is beauty’: stories of hope from newsrooms around the world
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Delighted to hear that The Invisible Doctrine, the film by @peterhutchison.bsky.social and @lucas-sabean.bsky.social, is being offered free to view on YouTube for the holiday season. It's all yours! youtu.be/gR4eSEetKP0
The secret history of Neoliberalism | The Invisible Doctrine | Full Film
YouTube video by Journeyman Pictures
youtu.be
December 22, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Delighted to hear that The Invisible Doctrine, the film by @peterhutchison.bsky.social and @lucas-sabean.bsky.social, is being offered free to view on YouTube for the holiday season. It's all yours! youtu.be/gR4eSEetKP0
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Medical misinformation and social media go hand in hand now. After a rousing chat with @caulfieldtim.bsky.social about his new book, I wrote my thoughts on a five-steop guide to recognizing and resisting medical misinformation. vajenda.substack.com/p/a-five-ste...
A Five-Step Guide to Combating Misinformation on Social Media
How fear, profit, and cherry-picked data shape your feed—and what to do about it.
vajenda.substack.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Medical misinformation and social media go hand in hand now. After a rousing chat with @caulfieldtim.bsky.social about his new book, I wrote my thoughts on a five-steop guide to recognizing and resisting medical misinformation. vajenda.substack.com/p/a-five-ste...
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"A Five-Step Guide to Combating Misinformation on Social Media
#1: The Road to Misinformation is Paved with Supplements
#2 Read Before You Share
#3 Be Extra Mindful with Health Halos
#4 Check the Scientific Consensus
#5 Did the Post Make You Feel Like You Scored a Touchdown?"
#Misinformation ⬇️
#1: The Road to Misinformation is Paved with Supplements
#2 Read Before You Share
#3 Be Extra Mindful with Health Halos
#4 Check the Scientific Consensus
#5 Did the Post Make You Feel Like You Scored a Touchdown?"
#Misinformation ⬇️
Medical misinformation and social media go hand in hand now. After a rousing chat with @caulfieldtim.bsky.social about his new book, I wrote my thoughts on a five-steop guide to recognizing and resisting medical misinformation. vajenda.substack.com/p/a-five-ste...
A Five-Step Guide to Combating Misinformation on Social Media
How fear, profit, and cherry-picked data shape your feed—and what to do about it.
vajenda.substack.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:52 PM
"A Five-Step Guide to Combating Misinformation on Social Media
#1: The Road to Misinformation is Paved with Supplements
#2 Read Before You Share
#3 Be Extra Mindful with Health Halos
#4 Check the Scientific Consensus
#5 Did the Post Make You Feel Like You Scored a Touchdown?"
#Misinformation ⬇️
#1: The Road to Misinformation is Paved with Supplements
#2 Read Before You Share
#3 Be Extra Mindful with Health Halos
#4 Check the Scientific Consensus
#5 Did the Post Make You Feel Like You Scored a Touchdown?"
#Misinformation ⬇️
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'*Little* words, *little* statements make such a huge impact'. 👏
Fabulous podcast from @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social
Miss Maria Satchi, Miss Tharani Nitkunan and Miss Tina Rashid with advice for everyone (not just women).
#MedSky #GenderEquity #ILookLikeASurgeon
Fabulous podcast from @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social
Miss Maria Satchi, Miss Tharani Nitkunan and Miss Tina Rashid with advice for everyone (not just women).
#MedSky #GenderEquity #ILookLikeASurgeon
Leadership, Surgery & Motherhood
open.spotify.com
November 16, 2025 at 8:27 AM
'*Little* words, *little* statements make such a huge impact'. 👏
Fabulous podcast from @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social
Miss Maria Satchi, Miss Tharani Nitkunan and Miss Tina Rashid with advice for everyone (not just women).
#MedSky #GenderEquity #ILookLikeASurgeon
Fabulous podcast from @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social
Miss Maria Satchi, Miss Tharani Nitkunan and Miss Tina Rashid with advice for everyone (not just women).
#MedSky #GenderEquity #ILookLikeASurgeon
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When you got a good blurb and you want to show it off. cc @nickharkaway.com!
November 5, 2025 at 9:56 AM
When you got a good blurb and you want to show it off. cc @nickharkaway.com!
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As Zohran Mamdani wins the New York election, check out our @empirepoduk.bsky.social special, an interview with his father, my friend the wonderful Professor Mahmoud Mamdani on his family's history in East Africa & their journey to America. Zohran zindabad!
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November 5, 2025 at 12:48 PM
As Zohran Mamdani wins the New York election, check out our @empirepoduk.bsky.social special, an interview with his father, my friend the wonderful Professor Mahmoud Mamdani on his family's history in East Africa & their journey to America. Zohran zindabad!
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