Tag
health equity
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Tariffs and meds: What health journalists should watch for now
The story of tariffs on medications has shifted quickly in recent weeks due to new trade agreements, industry reactions and…
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Hearing health is health equity — reporting beyond the ear
A new study may help journalists explore the quieter — yet no less urgent — barriers to hearing care.
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The Jackson Heart Study: How historic research can inspire story ideas
Long-running research projects such as the Jackson Heart Study offer deep insights into how basic biomedical studies can improve health…
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How AI-based algorithms are changing health care: 3 story angles to consider
Journalists can follow these questions to find timely stories on how AI-based algorithms are changing clinical training and patient care.
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The complicated role race and ethnicity play in research
Using race and ethnicity categories in research contributes to health inequities — but omitting them can also be problematic, a…
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How one reporter covered the removal of race from common algorithms
Learn how independent journalist Cassie Willyard wrote about efforts to update old algorithms and re-evaluate biased devices.
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Author, professor, journalist Lara Salahi joins AHCJ as health equity beat leader
AHCJ recently welcomed seasoned journalist, author, and professor Lara Salahi as its new health equity beat leader.
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How to cover the new race-free lung function calculator
Researchers say that an updated lung function equation used to decide eligibility for some jobs and disability benefits will affect…
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Reporting on race-free equations: A how-to with Usha Lee McFarling
McFarling’s reporting on race-free equations and broader issues of race in medicine earned her the 2024 Bernard Lo, M.D. Award…
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Covering medical debt? You’ll need these resources
Journalists can find a wealth of data on issues related to medical debt in a robust series of reports from…
