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Tech Life: Tech goes to the aid of Ukrainian refugees

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19/03/2022 GMT

Tech goes to the aid of Ukrainian refugees

BBC World Service - Tech Life, Tech goes to the aid of Ukrainian refugees

Tech tent finds out how ride-sharing and telemedicine are helping Ukrainians

Tech tent discovers how technology is helping the millions people displaced by the Ukranian war. Also this the latest attempt to stop offensive material getting online.

This week's guests include Ina Burgstaller, who set up an online service for victims of the war needing medical treatment. One of the volunteer medics, Dr Lawrence Barnes also explains why he got involved. We hear about the lift-sharing scheme dubbed Uber for refugees, helping to get Ukrainians to safety. And a new trial to see if gaming can ease pain.

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