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Public health
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Tulsa health officials link hepatitis C case to oral surgeon’s office
A former patient of Tulsa oral surgeon W. Scott Harrington contracted hepatitis C at his office, genetic testing has confirmed.…
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Atlanta chapter hears from CDC about global health efforts
Members of the Atlanta chapter of AHCJ heard a fascinating talk about the CDC’s global reach from Ron Ballard, associate…
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Reporters explore health care issues in jails, prisons
From time to time, the tabs in my web browser taunt me with the stories I’ve saved to read later.…
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Project focuses on cognitive health as a public health priority
The Alzheimer’s Association and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention kicked off “The Healthy Brain Initiative: The Public Health Road Map…
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New AMA president discusses rollout of reform, role of doctors
Kaiser Health News’ Mary Agnes Carey and The Washington Post’s Sarah Kliff interviewed Dr. Ardis Hoven, the new American Medical…
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Hot times: Heat and elderly stories may be routine, but necessary
It’s not too soon to focus on the connection between scorching temperatures and the health of older adults. With the…
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Resources for reporting on compounding pharmacies
Seven patients in Tennessee are sick after injections from a compounding pharmacy, health officials say. AHCJ has some presentations from a…
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When disaster strikes: How will your community meet mental health needs of older adults?
As the residents of Moore, Okla., begin the cleanup and recovery process from the super-tornado that destroyed the town and…
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Tulsa reporter shares lessons from ongoing coverage of dentist
As many of you know, it can be hard following an ongoing story – keeping up with the latest developments,…
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After 5-year FOIA fight, documents show ties between researchers, officials in Lyme wars
Documents obtained after a long FOIA battle reveal “behind-the-scenes maneuvers and long-standing connections between the scientists’ group and government officials”…