Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan

Many Possible Lives

Kelly speaks with Dr. Francis Collins, former director of the National Institutes of Health, who oversaw the prominent Human Genome Project. Dr. Collins shares how genetics are most often misunderstood, his concern about the impacts of social media on adolescents, and what scientists know makes a lasting difference when it comes to our well-being.

Many Possible Lives

26m 5s

Kelly speaks with Dr. Francis Collins, former director of the National Institutes of Health, who oversaw the prominent Human Genome Project. Dr. Collins shares how genetics are most often misunderstood, his concern about the impacts of social media on adolescents, and what scientists know makes a lasting difference when it comes to our well-being.

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    S7 E3 - 2m 37s

    Dr. Francis Collins points out how to distinguish reputable news from misinformation. He recommends paying close attention to the source itself – whether it is an accredited news outlet, peer reviewed journal or academic publication – and to the content of the article or release. Dr. Collins warns against trusting anything with claims that appear hyperbolic or outlandish.

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