Debating Technological Issues
- Category
- Media & Communication
- Participation
- Team of 2
- Level
- National
Research and debate both sides of the annual technological topic.
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2026-27 Theme
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine. Topic 1: AI diagnostic tools should be allowed to make medical decisions without final approval from a physician. Topic 2: The use of AI in healthcare will improve access to care more than it will increase medical bias. Topic 3: Patients should have the right to know when AI is involved in their diagnosis or treatment plan.
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