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Monitoring the Pulse of Health Care Journalism
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Modifying use of some prescription drugs may reduce fracture risk in older adults
Some fragility fractures – those that occur at standing height – may be preventable by modifying a patient’s prescription drug…
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As schools start, a closer look at bullying and health
The back-to-school season brings anxious anticipation and excitement for many, but also another look at bullying by public health professionals,…
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Studies indicate need for better eye care for older adults
What’s worse? Losing your vision, memory, speech, hearing or a limb? For many adults, loss of eyesight is the most…
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First class of journalists named for National Cancer Reporting Fellowships
Fourteen journalists have been chosen for the inaugural class of the National Cancer Reporting Fellowships. The fellowship program was created…
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Covering anesthesia use in dental procedures for children
In the wake of the Dallas Morning News’ seven-part “Deadly Dentistry” series, Texas media outlets are now following the story…
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First class of journalists named for National Cancer Reporting Fellowships
Fourteen journalists have been chosen for the inaugural class of the National Cancer Reporting Fellowships. The fellowship program was created…
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Wisconsin reporter explored the science of organ transplants
News features on organ transplants often focus on a specific success story. But there’s far more under the surface when…
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Legal reporters’ coverage of medical funders prompts calls for regulatory action
It’s no secret that even insured patients sometimes are unable to cover the full cost of their care. When that…
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Unsafe anesthesia use in dental procedures for children continues to be an issue
Brooks Egerton In the wake of the Dallas Morning News’ seven-part Deadly Dentistry series, Texas media outlets are now following…
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Reporting all the angles on organ transplants and improving their odds
David Wahlberg After two insurance companies stopped referring patients to the University of Wisconsin Hospital’s kidney transplant program several years…
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