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Women are less likely to receive CPR than men. Training on manikins with breasts could help
Women have worse outcomes compared to men when it comes to CPR - with women treated differently compared to men. A 2024 study explored the market availability of CPR manikins with breasts and found only one manikin available with breasts.
Vaccine Concerns & SciComm: An Analysis
Over the last few weeks, we have seen a very strong reaction from the scientific community in response to the Joe R*gan podcast with RFK Jr. Much of it frustration (justifiable!) and hot-takes. Both RFKJr and JR have chequered histories when it comes to vaccines and conversations about science, which is presumably why the outrage is so strong. But I’d like to unpack some of the potential unintended consequences from these responses, and consider it from a science communication lens
The 101 on Insect Repellent
With Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) on the increase in Australia, Paediatric Registered Nurse Penny of @sick.happens joins me to review the evidence on Insect Repellents.
7 tips for talking about vaccination: conversations with empathy
Jess and Romy unpack 7 tips for successful conversations with friends and family about vaccination.
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