Over recent months Linden Lab have stepped up their output of tutorials and knowledgebase articles - nothing illustrates that more than two new additions. The first is: Death and Other "First Life" Worries. The key issue here is if you have someone threaten suicide in-world or you're concerned in some other way about their welfare and you want to find out their RL details to … [Read more...] about Real life death and Second Life
Health
Cisco’s virtual hospital opens
Health and education are two of the standout wins demonstrated in Second Life. The latest health-related build is sponsored by Cisco and it's a mighty impressive result. As a health professional myself I can see that immersive medical training could bring enormous benefits. I did have some difficulties getting some of the medical equipment to work with my avatar and there's … [Read more...] about Cisco’s virtual hospital opens
Ad Farms, ABC Valentines and Addiction Survey
Three mini stories in one today: 1. Ad farms are the target of the latest Linden Lab crackdown. There's likely to be widespread praise for this move. 2. Second Life's ABC Island is having a Valentine's Day event: "Bring your sweetheart or come and make new friends, or both! Celebrate Valentine's Day (Thurs 14 Feb TODAY!) at ABC Island at 8pm AEDT on the ABC Park ice rink, … [Read more...] about Ad Farms, ABC Valentines and Addiction Survey
Study shows virtual sport no substitute – yet
A recently released study shows that physically active (read: Nintendo Wii) computer-based gaming did burn more energy than more passive gaming options. However, the level of increased activity wasn't enough to meet the physical activity guidelines. That result is no great surprise but the researchers were encouraging of the move toward more physically active gaming as a way … [Read more...] about Study shows virtual sport no substitute – yet
Contraception talk in Second Life
The University of Plymouth have an excellent presence in Second Life devoted to sexual health. AIDS / HIV awareness, sexually transmitted diseases and other sexual health topics are the focus. Their blog lists a lot of their activity. One upcoming event that may interest you: "Barbara Hastings-Asatourian, Managing Director of Contraception Education and Senior Lecturer in the … [Read more...] about Contraception talk in Second Life