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How well is the public protected from bad doctors? A new analysis unveils alarming results
A recent report from Public Citizen shows wide variation in how often state medical boards discipline doctors.
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Reporting the respiratory triple threat: Preparing for flu, COVID and RSV season
In this webinar, the CDC’s Dr. Demetre Daskalakis spoke about how to report on the respiratory triple threat this season:…
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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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9 story ideas to cover now about AI-driven algorithm use in health care
Journalists can find several follow-up story ideas from a 2024 Pulitzer finalist series on the dangers of using AI to…
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Reporters uncover conflicts and dubious data on latest Alzheimer’s drug
A blockbuster story in The BMJ showed major concerns surrounding the approval process, efficacy and safety of the Alzheimer’s drug…
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What journalists should know before diving into drug investigations
Learn how two investigative journalists uncovered a trove of information about the recently approved Alzheimer’s drug donanemab.
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A sickle cell drug that was hyped in headlines is now suspected of harming patients
The abrupt recall of a new treatment for sickle cell disease serves as a reminder of why journalists should avoid…
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Once again, new rules are needed to improve mental health and substance use care
Most Americans have health insurance, but insurers limit mental health care for millions by paying providers too little.
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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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Harris floats ‘Medicare at home’ proposal
Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled a plan on Oct. 8 that would allow Medicare recipients to receive some long-term care…