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In the U.S., there’s more consensus on health care than headlines suggest
Americans are more aligned on health than headlines about vaccines and abortion debates suggest, policy experts and advocates at HJ26…
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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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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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AHCJ recognizes volunteer judges, sign-ups now open for 2026 contest
Thank you to all volunteer judges of the 2025 Awards for Excellence! Learn how you can judge entries for the…
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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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Reporting on health care and health insurance affordability
Panelists at Health Journalism 2026 discussed health care affordability, employer provided health coverage and more.
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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.
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Four years after Roe’s fall, abortion stories still merit attention
Nearly four years after the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, abortion stories are still plentiful and critical, HJ26…
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Why freelance journalists should consider hiring a personal assistant
At HJ26, independent journalist Tara Haelle explained how a remote personal assistant enables her to be more efficient and productive.
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