Tag: health
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Synapse Vol. 4 – January 2026
The Case of the Missing Embryo Guest Article by Lisa Feldstein I still remember the moment the phone rang. A woman I had never met was onthe line, crying and clearly distraught. She explained how she had walked into a fertility clinic that morning expecting to have her embryo transferred. Instead, a staff member returned…
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Synapse Vol. 3 – December 2025
When Data Meets Judgment: The Ethics of AI in SubjectiveMedicine Introduction Artificial intelligence has changed modern medicine by excelling in data-intensive areas where patterns are clear and outcomes can be measured. From imaging diagnostics to glucose forecasting, machine learning systems enhance and in some cases outperform human capacity in processing structured and quantifiable information. However,…
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Synapse Vol. 2 – November 2025
Should Canada continue to permit anonymity for sperm donors? What if You Never Knew Where You Came From? Imagine finding out you have several genetic siblings, but no idea who your biological parent is. Imagine finding out you have several genetic siblings, but no idea who your biological parent is. This is not just a…
