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Tips for covering medical research conferences
Attending medical research conferences is a great way to find unique story ideas, develop sources and meet researchers, fellow journalists…
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How to prepare to report on a medical research conference
Learn what you should do in the weeks before and during a conference to make for an easier, less hectic…
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A primer for covering the nursing and hospital battle over mandatory minimum staffing ratios
Nurse staffing ratios are often portrayed as labor disputes; here’s how to cover the patient safety angle.
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What to know about ‘smishing,’ a growing cyberattack trend targeting hospitals
In August, the government warned hospitals about a growing cyberattack trend that hackers are using to gain access to hospital…
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Reporter takes on mental health and caregiving in new documentary
MSNBC reporter and anchor Richard Lui recently debuted his new documentary, Unconditional, which focuses on three families dealing with mental…
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Understanding the bigger public health debate on COVID-19 booster vaccines
When reporters interview experts about the booster shots, it’s critical that they clarify whether the expert’s comments represent only their…
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Curbing the confusion: Strategies for covering the latest COVID booster shot approvals
As reporters prepare stories about new COVID booster recommendations, it’s crucial they work to dispel any confusion about the shots…
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How to ramp up your coverage of teen pregnancy health risks
Pregnant teenagers face unique health risks compared to their older counterparts because, for one thing, their bodies are still developing.…
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Rural Health Workshop spotlights both successes and persistent challenges
Lisse Regehr, Thrive Allen County President and CEO and luncheon speaker, explains how to cultivate community health during the 2023 Rural…
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Webinar to explore age, health and ageism in reporting
Recent health concerns among several older political leaders are raising questions about fitness for office. A top aging and longevity…
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