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Why we must report the daily COVID-19 numbers differently | ticker VIEWS

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As Australia continues to battle its Covid-19 crisis, there is growing pressure to change the way we report on daily COVID numbers

For the last 18 months, Aussies have been waiting for the daily press conference and bracing for the Premier’s to face the cameras and reveal the dreaded numbers. It is becoming an unconscious part of our small talk conversations.

Change the reporting rhetoric

The daily reminder of Covid-19 cases continues to instill fear in our lives and fear for what the future holds. The daily numbers are representing how much longer we’ll be stopped from working. How much longer we’ll be binging on Netflix. How much longer we cannot see loved ones. How many more Uber deliveries do we have to track?

In all seriousness though, lockdowns are addressing the immediate health risk that the Covid-19 virus brings. But, what are the long-term impacts on our economy and our mental health?

Why are we only reporting on Covid-19 cases? Why are we not reporting mental health numbers from our helplines daily? Why are we not hearing about the seriousness of each case? All valid questions and Luke Nayna from the Counsel House is urging the Governments and mainstream media to rethink their approach.

“People need to understand the physical and the mental impacts. We need to be reporting the numbers in a way that shows the benefit of vaccination. What is the impact on the vaccinated versus the unvaccinated. What are the hospitalisation rates of individuals?” 

Luke Nayna, The Counsel House 

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Concern for mental health

Lockdowns are addressing the immediate health risk, but there is a lack of investigation into other health risks that millions of Australians are facing. Crisis helplines are facing continued increases in calls.

The vaccine is the key to reopening the economy. But, until we reach those targeted vaccination rates, where is the support, recognition, and transparency around mental health and economic burden?

“Too much emphasis is being put on the physical health, and if it is being put on the mental health then there isn’t the transparency and communication from the Government.” 

Luke Nayna, The Counsel House

Holly is an anchor and reporter at Ticker. She's experienced in live reporting, and has previously covered the Covid-19 pandemic on-location. She's passionate about telling stories in business, climate and health.

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Prayer app Hallow takes #1 spot on Apple App Store

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A new Catholic prayer app recently beat out major social media apps in global downloads.

The company says, Hallow passed 10-million downloads and 225-million prayers prayed around the globe, becoming the largest prayer app in the world.

Hallow has also become the first faith-based app to ever crack the top 10 apps in the App Store coming in at #3 overall–and beating Netflix, Spotify, Instagram, Amazon, Tiktok, and YouTube.

The Cofounder and CTO of Hallow Erich Kerekes joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #featured #apps #prayerapp #socialmedia #Applestore #business

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Google’s take on AI search to shake market direction

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Search Generative Experience (SGE), is the latest innovation from Google Labs

This cutting-edge feature, recently announced by Google, is set to transform search results for a select subset of queries and a small portion of U.S. search traffic.

With SGE, instead of the traditional top-10 results, users may encounter AI-generated responses prominently displayed at the top of the page.

This shift has significant implications, as it pushes both ads and organic results further down the page. Stay tuned for updates on this groundbreaking development in search technology.

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The battery set to change Electric Vehicles and Tesla’s market share

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The world’s biggest battery maker announced this week they’re working with Tesla to making cheaper batteries.

Recent developments in the electric vehicle (EV) market raise essential questions about its trajectory.

Cost cuts by the world’s largest battery maker could impact EV prices, potentially boosting their competitiveness. Meanwhile, advancements in mileage, power, and charging times are driving increased adoption.

However, considerations about downsides like battery disposal and resource extraction are pertinent. Nonetheless, the broader implications for climate change efforts and the automotive industry underscore the transformative potential of EVs in creating a more sustainable future.

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