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How journalists can collaborate with creators to combat health misinformation
Journalists should view creators as potential partners rather than competitors, panelists from News Creator Corps said at HJ26.
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How to cover niche science topics like ‘glymphatics’
At HJ26, freelancer Emily Sohn shared how she covered glymphatics, a niche topic lacking a scientific consensus.
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Journalism on the line: How USAID cuts threaten global health reporting
As sweeping cuts to USAID reshape global health programs, veteran health journalists warned at HJ26 that many of the world’s…
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Journalists must show human cost of gun violence, says trauma surgeon in new book
In his book “Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic,” trauma surgeon Dr. Selwyn O. Rogers reminds us of the deep toll…
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When health data meets immigration enforcement
Federal actions involving immigrants’ Medicaid data have raised urgent questions about privacy, access to care and the role of journalists…
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Journalists must engage with their community to earn trust, panelists say
While journalists may rely on “go-to” sources when covering certain communities or issues, seeking a wider range of voices can…
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Vetting medical breakthroughs: What baby KJ’s CRISPR therapy teaches reporters
Baby KJ’s next steps: The future of personalized gene therapy By Jared Whitlock/California Freelance Fellow When a press release touts…
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New World screwworm is here: How journalists can cover the pest
Get insights into the New World screwworm outbreak and essential reporting tips for coverage on this agricultural crisis.
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‘Coverage Denied’: Author highlights how health insurers drive inequality
At HJ26, Miranda Yaver discussed how she untangled the complex world of pre-authorization, coverage denials and more in her recent…
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‘It depends’: Autism reporting requires nuance
Journalists must do more to include autistic voices and recognize the nuance in each person’s disability experience, HJ26 panelists said.