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Health equity
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Innovative project enables Georgia journalism students to shine a light on rural health issues
If you think reporting in remote areas of the country is hard – think access, time and travel – try…
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Medicaid and mental health: A Tennessee approach
Last week we posted an update on mental health coverage under the Affordable Care Act, so let’s follow up with…
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After Orlando outcry, FDA seeks comments on blood donation policy for gay men
In the wake of criticism following the June attack at a gay nightclub in Florida, U.S. regulators are taking another…
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Costly ‘tampon taxes’ join debate on health disparities
Taxes have long been used by policy makers to try and impact behaviors. But some lawmakers now are looking at…
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Check out this oral health reporting advice from an ‘investigative nutritionist’
Registered dietician, syndicated radio host and self-described “investigative nutritionist” Melinda Hemmelgarn has given a lot of thought lately to dental…
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Rise in obesity among older adults will increase burden on health system
Obesity in older adults is a very real and growing challenge. Since 1991, there’s been a steady increase in obesity…
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Reports emphasize the dangers of racial disparities in oral health
Hispanic medical and dental leaders at a recent joint meeting in Washington, D.C., highlighted the urgency of getting more culturally…
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Another look at blood donation in wake of Orlando shooting
Last month’s shooting in Orlando in drew attention not only to the city’s gay community but also to limits in…
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Could health information technology help solve homelessness?
This week, 70 San Francisco Bay Area media organizations have banded together to coordinate coverage on homelessness. The goal was…
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Georgia writer offers tips on covering location, health and poverty
Carolyn Crist knows a little something about place. A freelance journalist based in Georgia, Crist specializes in health, science ……