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Net neutrality in jeopardy: What happens next?
Just before the Thanksgiving holiday, the Federal Communications Commission released its plan to gut net neutrality, also known as the…
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As CHIP funding runs out, at least one state begins alerting parents
Officials in 12 states may start sending letters to parents this week, alerting families that funding for the Children’s Health…
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2018 AHCJ Reporting Fellows on Health Care Performance named
The Association of Health Care Journalists has awarded AHCJ Reporting Fellowships on Health Care Performance to five journalists who intend…
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FCC vote on low-income Internet access could affect health disparities
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) last week voted 3-2 along party lines to scale back Lifeline, a program that helps…
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More health care podcasts to add to your listening regime
Last year we drew your attention to a growing boom in health care podcasts. Time for an update. Please note…
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New guidelines may encourage use of low-cost, painless dental treatment
A treatment that offers a painless, minimally-invasive alternative to drilling and filling teeth has gotten a boost from a prominent…
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Story about genetic testing company’s problems shows how good reporting stands up to criticism
In December 2016, Charles Piller (@cpiller), the west coast editor for Stat, reported that a genetic test to identify patients…
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How to add more nuance to your reporting about Lyme disease
Mary Beth Pfeiffer When Mary Beth Pfeiffer chose to look into Lyme disease, she envisioneda short-term and straightforward project. It proved…
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Reporter explores how state’s economic health affects its oral health
The Oklahoma newspapers in the Community Newspaper Holding Inc. (CNHI) chain offered readers a series that examines the everyday challenges…
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U.S. ranks worse in elder care vs. other wealthy nations
How does the U.S. health system for older adults stack up when compared with those of 10 other wealthy countries?…
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