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Health equity
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Panelists outline the importance of covering alcohol like other drugs
Alcohol misuse accounts for more than 4 million emergency department visits and nearly 2 million hospitalizations every year.
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How to use data to improve coverage of behavioral and mental health
Journalists can use data to raise awareness about public health crises like suicide and other behavioral and mental health concerns.
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Filling gaps in the crisis care continuum
Cities across the country are increasingly rolling out response teams to respond to mental and behavioral health emergencies.
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‘The system is broken’: Addressing the dire need for cultural competency in health care
It’s crucial for journalists to understand the role cultural competence plays in reducing health disparities, addressing systemic barriers.
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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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One story does not fit all: How to change the narrative on veteran suicides
Journalists have a responsibility to challenge preconceptions and explore the many factors contributing to suicide risk among veterans and service…
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Brazen pandemic-era discrimination spurred new protections for patients with disabilities
Pervasive bias in the health system against patients with disabilities became glaringly apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Food fight: The case for and against nutrition-based SNAP restrictions
As the farm bill comes up for renewal, the proposal for nutrition-based restrictions on SNAP purchases is again taking center…
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WHO offers roadmap for making clinical trials more inclusive
Recent WHO guidance for running clinical trials emphasizes diversity and the importance of focusing on underrepresented groups.
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Will a new heart disease risk calculator reduce health disparities?
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death amongst adults in the U.S., and a recent study projects…
