Amidst the mass exodus of workers, companies are scrambling to change in order to attract and retain their workers. How? By targeting work culture. Since millennials and Gen Zers are poised to make up the majority of the workforce in the coming years, the needs of the average worker have changed. These younger generations are said to value themselves more — particularly with regards to health and work fulfilment — and are willing to leave if their companies refuse to adapt. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
