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Health journalism
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Covering preparedness, hurricanes and other natural disasters
Residents of Texas will be dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey for a long time to come. Journalists will…
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2017 AHCJ-National Library of Medicine fellows selected
Six journalists have been named to this year’s class of AHCJ-National Library of Medicine fellows. The fellowship program was created to…
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One bad stat can spoil the bunch – another cautionary tale
Recently I wrote about the need to check citations when covering a study that triggers mental alarm bells, such as…
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Freelancers share best practices, top tools
In April, several experienced independent journalists shared their advice for having a successful freelance career during a panel at Health…
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11 journalists from the Mid-Atlantic region chosen for fellowship
The Association of Health Care Journalists has named the 2017-18 class of the Regional Health Journalism Fellowship, an annual fellowship…
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Style guide changes address language about addiction, gender
The most recent edition of The Associated Press Stylebook – the premier guide for copy editors – has a number…
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Journalists learn the latest on covering health of rural communities
AHCJ’s Rural Health Journalism Workshop brought journalists from across the United States to Cincinnati to hear from experts who focus…
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Helmsley Charitable Trust backs better health journalism with $1.3 million grant
The Center for Excellence in Health Care Journalism, the educational arm of the Association of Health Care Journalists, has been…
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Get involved: Run for a seat on AHCJ’s board of directors
Each year, members in AHCJ’s professional category elect members for the association board of directors. (Associate and allied members cannot run for…
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Experienced freelancers provide valuable tips, advice
Ah, the freelance life. Sleeping until noon. Working in your pajamas. Picking and choosing just the right assignments that appeal…
