Queen's In The News Thursday, May 18, 2017
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Goodyear-Grant, Elizabeth |
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The Agenda with Steven Paikin, TVO: Should we change how we vote? Dr. Goodyear-Grant discussed electoral reform efforts, various proposals for reforming or replacing the "First Past The Post" system and the effect the current system has in depressing representation by already underrepresented groups. |
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Graham, Karen |
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Globe and Mail: What it’s like to be an emergency physician who’s had enough In an op-ed on hospital overcrowding, Dr. Graham discusses the problem of admitted patients who - due to lack of space - are placed in emergency room beds, as well as the trickle-down effects on patients and the effects on patients and physicians alike. |
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Harmsen, Rudolph |
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CKWS TV: You might want to stock up on insect repellent this summer Dr. Harmsen explains that the recent wet weather could lead to an increase in the mosquito population this year. |
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Montgomerie, Robert |
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The Sentinel & Enterprise: Why do robin's eggs have the 'blues'? Same reason we bruise Dr. Montgomerie was quoted explaining that healthier female robins produce eggs that are a brighter shade of blue, and that male robins are more attentive to nestlings who hatch from bright-blue eggs. |
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Murakami Wood, David |
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CBC Online: WannaCry sheds light on where malware might attack next Dr. Murakami Wood discussed potential future malware targets - such as software that underpins city infrastructure or unsecured Internet of Things devices. |
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