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Understanding statistical bias when covering the use of genomics in medical studies
Rapid advancement in genomics —understanding, identifying and mapping genomes, or the DNA characteristics of a person or a tumor —…
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Two new studies address fertility and COVID vaccines
One of the most persistent concerns about potential adverse effects from the COVID-19 vaccines has been whether they will affect…
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CDC establishes new reference value for dangerous blood lead levels
The Flint, Michigan water crisis remains a prime example of the importance of public health journalism. Without the dogged reporting…
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One of the most important questions I ask during interviews
When you’ve been a journalist for years, you develop rote patterns for many of your reporting activities — sites you…
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Four sources you’re probably not using enough
If you regularly cover medical studies, reaching out to different types of sources instead of just physicians, researchers and patients…
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Telemedicine is more than video and phone visits
During the pandemic, many institutions and small practices were forced to create, purchase or adapt a telemedicine platform on the…
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Study shows that social contact intervention may reduce mental health stigma, suggests solutions journalism ideas
One of the biggest barriers to seeking mental health care is stigma. While I can point to some studies that show this all over the world, the…
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Everything journalists need to know about Robert Califf, the newly nominated FDA commissioner
President Joe Biden nominated cardiologist Robert Califf for Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner to replace Janet Woodcock, who has…
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Words matter: How you use them when covering mental illness can reduce — or increase stigma
Journalists already know it’s important to be thoughtful and respectful when including patient stories in our reporting. Where it gets…
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Study highlights significance of representation in medical school: Why this research matters to reporters
Throughout my reporting of the pandemic, I’ve made an explicit effort to interview many more women than men, especially women…