Junior doctors in the UK have been striking for better pay and working conditions, shedding light on various issues within the healthcare system. Beyond pay, reasons for strikes include severe understaffing, unacceptable working conditions, and the impact on patient care. Medical students, already facing financial strain and workload challenges, are further affected. During strikes, students have been asked to cover for doctors, which raises concerns about their training and patient safety. With government plans to extend strike laws, addressing these issues becomes crucial for the future of healthcare professionals and medical students.
Category: Philosophy & Policy
This article challenges the assumption that humans are inherently selfish and advocates for prosocial behaviors, arguing that studies on human behavior and altruism question the prevailing capitalist narrative, emphasizing the potential for societal shifts towards cooperation, altruism, and resource-sharing within a socialist framework.
Gracie Enticknap discusses the current state of LGBTQ+ inclusion in STEM and what needs to change to make progress on this. Link in bio!
Gracie Enticknap explores how James Cameron’s Avatar serves as a visually captivating critique of humanity’s escape from environmental issues through technologically driven solutions, paralleling real-world debates on greenwashing and the need for genuine environmental protection.
Using Turkey as a case study, Cansu Öktem warns us of the issues that can arise from science censorship and negligence.
This article delves into India’s scientific landscape, emphasizing challenges like limited political support, cultural clashes, and poor scientific literacy, while also noting positive developments and the need for collaborative efforts to promote research and development in the country.
Video games could enhance future learning, says Emily Vialls, in a more immersive and engaging manner than current methods.
Uncover the potency of Traditional Chinese Medicine, highlighting white peony root’s medicinal properties, TCM therapies like acupuncture, and cross-cultural practices, demonstrating the enduring relevance of nature-inspired remedies in modern healthcare.
The article discusses the Doomsday Clock, indicating the current global threats such as nuclear risks, climate change, and the impact of events like Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing the need for united efforts to address these challenges and ensure the survival of humanity.
Daniela Pamias addresses Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), highlighting its prevalence, cultural roots, and severe health consequences, emphasizing the need for global awareness, education, and intervention to eradicate this practice rooted in deep systemic sexism and violation of women’s rights.