This program explores the powerful intersection between cutting-edge medical technology and the deeply human experience of illness, healing, and care. This program invites participants to look beyond data and devices, toward the values, ethics, and emotions that make health care meaningful. Through engaging presentations and real-world examples, attendees will consider how AI, wearables, and remote monitoring can serve, not overshadow, human dignity, empathy, and storytelling in medicine. With insights from…
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Tech THIS out! If you have an e-reader or gadget that you want to learn how to use with free downloadable books, then we can help you. You can have a brief lesson called “Turn it On!” on your tech toy (Kindle, iPad, tablet, cell phone or other device compatible with the Libby or Hoopla App) and learn how to put a free library e-book on it. This is a… Read more 
Information technology, biotechnology, and nanotechnology have converged in ways that were not easily anticipated. As a result, new fields have emerged in response to the cluster of ethical problems generated by recent technologies. Herman Tavani examines a range of ethical issues – from privacy and autonomy to trust and dependency.… 
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Launchpads are educational tablets designed to be checked out, used, and enjoyed by kids! The tablets are pre-loaded with fun games and activities, without access to Wi-Fi or purchase suggestions. Kids can choose their path and follow it at their own pace to practice life skills, STEAM concepts, and reading.
Launchpads are available for a 1 week loan with…