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Conference
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Reporting on the evolution of the 988 hotline
Since the 988 suicide prevention hotline was officially launched two years ago, more than 10 million contacts have been made.
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AHCJ thanks volunteer contest judges; sign-ups open for 2024 contest
The 2023 contest drew more than 400 entries in 14 categories and winners were announced at the annual conference in…
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Health care workforce challenges: How to find the real news
Journalists reporting on health care workforce challenges should focus on identifying reliable sources for data and research.
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What to know when covering the booming Medicare Advantage market
Panelists at Health Journalism 2024 talked about how to untangle the complex web that is Medicare Advantage.
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Conversation with Medicare director focuses on drug price negotiations
Dr. Meena Seshamani, director of the Center for Medicare, spoke about improvements to the Medicare drug program at HJ24.
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Lifting up the voices of Black moms when covering maternal health
Listening to the voices of Black mothers has become even more critical in the context of America’s maternal health crisis.
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Problem gambling on the rise as more states legalize sports betting
Sports betting is now legal in 38 states and Washington, D.C., leading to the rise of problem gambling as a…
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Polio eradication faces new obstacles
At Health Journalism 2024 in June, panelists explored the ongoing global effort to combat polio and improve vaccination rates.
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How journalists can navigate libraries and databases to find stories
Troves of information are available online and at libraries for reporters without having to leave your seat — if you…
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Millions burdened by the cost of long-term care
Panelists discussed the growing financial crisis of long-term care in the U.S. at Health Journalism 2024 in June.