Tech's impact on our bodies

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Tech's impact on our bodies

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Jan 20, 2022

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Neck pain, muscle strain and even "smartphone pinky syndrome" are just some of the ways tech can hurt your health. Kim chats with technology writer Nicolas Carr on the unforeseen impacts of technology on our bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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