Assignment 5A- Identifying Local Opportunities
1. "Advocates fighting the rise of e-cigarette use among youth" by Miami Herald
- https://www.miamiherald.com/news/article224964980.html
- In this article, written on January 23rd, 2019, the author states how these new forms of cigarette's known as "Juul" are affecting high schoolers and even middle school kids.
- There has been an increase in middle school Juul usage which increased by 50 percent. Now, school officials and public health officials are concerned with this new trend that students are now taking to school since it can be hidden. What was meant to stop smokers from using cigarettes is now affecting kids, these Juuls do contain tobacco and are harming young kids.
- The problem: It's hard for school officials and anyone to stop these kids from smoking. These e-cigarettes can harm the developing brain at such a young age.
- The people: Anyone who buys Juul's to these young kids and the young kids who are smoking them.
2. "Florida, U.S. has a baby problem- there aren't enough of them" by Orlando Sentinel
- https://www.orlandosentinel.com/opinion/audience/david-whitley/os-ae-fertilty-rates-david-whitley-0111-story.html
- In this article, written on January 11, 2019, the author states that Americans aren't having enough babies to sustain the population.
- A population needs a TFR (total fertility rate) of 2,100 births per 1,000 women and it was 1,765.5 in 2017. Birth rates have been declining over the years and now it has become a problem. Florida had the 13th lowest ranking overall the 50 states.
- The problem: Health care costs will rise and it will be hard for workers to produce enough tax revenue.
- The people: Working-age populations that fund social programs and the elderly will be affected.
3. "Will robots take your job? A quarter of U.S. jobs at risk" by Gainesville Sun
- https://www.gainesville.com/ZZ/news/20190124/will-robots-take-your-job-quarter-of-us-workers-at-risk
- In this article, written on January 24, 2019, the author states that a quarter of U.S. jobs will be affected by artificial intelligence systems taking over their jobs.
- 70 percent of tasks with "high exposure" can soon be performed by machines. Such as cooks, waiters, and others in the food industry. This process can take a few decades but is something people should start thinking of now.
- The problem: Artificial intelligence is soon going to overpower many things in our lives such as our day to day routines, etc. We are not used to encountering with robots.
- The people: Many people in our communities can be without a job in a few years due to this advance in technology.
4. "Once again, Orlando ranks as the country's deadliest city for pedestrians" by Orlando Weekly
- https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2019/01/24/once-again-orlando-ranks-as-the-countrys-deadliest-city-for-pedestrians-says-new-study?utm_source=feature&utm_medium=home&utm_campaign=hpfeatures&utm_content=HomeTopFeature
- In this article, written on January 24, 2019, the author states a new study released that Orlando is the deadliest city for pedestrians. People are struck by drivers and killed while walking.
- 656 deaths from 2008 to 2017 have been reported. In the map shown, the deaths are mostly in the tourist areas and in downtown Orlando where three senior citizens have been struck.
- The problem: There is barely any city means of transportation and the pedestrian infrastructure is affecting this.
- The people: People who visit Orlando frequently and locals are worried. It's unsafe to walk in the street of Orlando.
5. "Beaches closed after people complain of breathing and skin problems in Palm Beach County" by Sun Sentinel
- https://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/palm-beach/fl-ne-north-palm-beaches-closed-after-outbreak-20180929-story.html
- In this article, written on September 29, 2018, the author states that the beaches were closed after many complained about respiratory issues and skin problems.
- The Palm Beach County Health Department issued a warning 90 minutes after these complaints and closed down the beaches. They blame the causes on the red tide.
- The problem: Many people were complaining about breathing and skin problems after going to these beaches. The county should always keep track of these things so this doesn't happen.
- The people: Locals and people who live off the water are affected by these measures especially if it's something serious.
Hi Guiliana, I agree with what you said about the possible issue with robots taking over the workforce. The technology world is constantly evolving and coming out with new products all of the time. However, I think that robots can’t compare to human interaction which shows the importance of at least finding a balance to the number of robots to human labor.
ReplyDeleteHello again, Guiliana! It is very unfortunate to hear that Orlando has the highest death rate for pedestrians. I live fairly close to the city of Orlando and I visit pretty often, so I can understand why it has become a problem for the city. Since there are many tourists around that area along with many attractions and shopping malls, which means kids, chances of citizens being struck are probably more likely. Orlando roads tend to have really bad traffic and there are many cars who go over the speed limit, it’s pretty scary in my opinion, but I hope the city can do something to reduce the number of deaths in the future.
ReplyDeleteHi Guiliana,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your blurb on juul's and the problem we face with them and their marketing to young teens! It's so unfortunate that, because they don't emit the typical "tobacco" smoke, and therefore don't seem as dangerous as regular cigarettes, that they are being abused by young people and causing a new wave of kids addicted to nicotine. I also wrote my articles using a source in Orlando. Good post!
Hi Guiliana,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your local opportunities, especially the one about the possibility of robots replacing humans at their jobs. I definatley agree that the people who will suffer from this technological advancement is anyone who works in a factory where the process could be automated for robots to do. But I would also argue that people could also benefit from this and by that I mean there would also be an opportunity created for people to make the robots and mechanics to maintain them over the course of their useful life. But overall, you chose some very interesting articles that were entertaining to read your summary of.
Hi Guiliana,
ReplyDeleteI found your local opportunities very interesting especially the "Will robots take your job?" I like how you included facts in your summary since it gives a better perspective on how big the opportunity is. For example, when you included the juul usage has increased by 50% shows how much nicotine usage has increased within the past year. I do have to agree with you that nicotine has become a major problem since juuls have been discovered. Many kids don't realize the damage that juuling causes to their health since it is hidden by the appearance of a juul and the flavors. While it doesn't appear like cigarettes it is still just as harmful. Overall, I think you did a great job at explaining the different opportunities.