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Health journalism
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Trump’s data purge: What to know about federal infectious disease sites
It’s unclear how much we can rely on the CDC for ongoing, reliable data after more than 1,000 pages with…
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Download time: What journalists should know about disappearing federal health data
Following a Jan. 29 memo, staff at the CDC are removing any content related to “gender ideology,” with a deadline…
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2025 Health IT trends: Emerging technologies, AI remain prominent
Telehealth, remote patient monitoring, artificial intelligence and more: Here’s what you can expect in the health IT sector in 2025.
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Freelance science writer shares pros of writing for research institutions, universities
About a year into freelancing, Rachel Tompa, Ph.D., describes her transition from staff jobs, writing mostly for institutions and more.
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Be careful out there: A digital safety primer for journalists
In this webinar, learn how to gauge your own risks, assess your habits and leave with a list of resources…
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December Lunch and Learn: Jumpstart your freelance business in 2025
During December’s Lunch and Learn, AHCJ members shared goals and how, when, and why they take stock of their freelance…
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How to care for your mental health over the next few years
A second Trump administration will likely make health reporters’ jobs more chaotic (again). Here’s how journalists — and a psychologist…
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Digital safety: A holiday checklist for journalists
A recent study showed that more than 40% of journalists experienced online threats and harassment, highlighting the need for digital…
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AHCJ’s 2025 Health Journalism conference lands in Los Angeles
Get ready to join us on the West Coast! AHCJ is thrilled to announce Health Journalism 2025 will be in…
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How and why to write personal essays and first-person reported features
Inserting yourself in a story can feel foreign. Here’s how, why and when to try your hand at first-person writing…