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Stories to cover as Americans seek affordable health insurance
Following the expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits on Dec. 31, many Americans are struggling to pay for health…
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AHCJ stands with Minneapolis
A message of support from the AHCJ Board President and Executive Director ahead of the Health Journalism 2026 conference May…
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Shingles vaccine may slow biological aging, new study suggests
New research shows a link between slower biological aging among people who received the shingles vaccine compared to those who…
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Why children’s exposure to intimate partner violence needs more coverage
Intimate partner violence is a major public health crisis in the U.S. that needs more coverage — especially its impact on…
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3 fun and creative ways freelancers can celebrate their work
Performance reviews are all well and good, but whacky parties, cheeky awards and short getaways are a lot more fun.
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Utah becomes first state to allow AI prescription refills: What to know
Utah is now the first state to allow residents to allow AI prescription refills — without needing to speak with…
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Building audience with local climate-health stories
In this webinar, we discuss how to find compelling, community-driven stories at the intersection of climate change and public health.
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How journalists can stay safe covering protests
Press freedom expert Joel Simon shares why protests have become more dangerous for journalists, and what we can do about…
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5 actionable ways to find health IT stories in 2026
Whether you’re a veteran reporter or just starting out, here are some tips to expand your health IT coverage.
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How a freelance health journalist landed her first story with National Geographic
When Christina Heiser saw a callout for pitches that debunk health myths, she dug into her notes from a medical…
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