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What if the ACA included a public option insurance plan?
Early versions of the Affordable Care Act included a government-run public option health insurance program — but lobbyists stopped it.
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Medical device manufacturers often delay reporting adverse safety events, study says
A recent study found late reports of deaths, injuries and device malfunctions from medical device makers. Who will review these…
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Covering measles in 2026: Updated data, guidance and reliable sources
It’s crucial for journalists to include accurate information about measles and vaccination in their coverage of the ongoing outbreak.
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The election for AHCJ board has opened. Here’s why you should run, and what will happen if you win
Professional members who’d like to have a role in AHCJ’s future may declare their candidacy for the Board of Directors…
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New guides for pitching to Huffpost Personal, Business Insider and Women’s Health
AHCJ has recently added three new freelance market guides for pitching to Huffpost Personal, Business Insider and Women’s Health.
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3 common freelance conundrums — and how to handle them
During April’s Lunch and Learn, freelance journalists advised one another on how to work through their current challenges.
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Why the Trump administration’s university funding freezes is a health story
Health journalists need to keep the public informed on what’s at stake amid the Trump admin’s university funding freezes.
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Covering the ongoing bird flu story as it unfolds
Check out these tips for reporting on the ongoing bird flu outbreak, including how to seek out undercovered stories and…
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AHCJ awards 2025 Uncovering Pathways to Better Health Fellowship
The Association of Health Care Journalists is proud to announce the 2025 fellows for the Uncovering Pathways to Better Health…
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Philly-based organization republishes Surgeon General’s gun violence advisory after Trump admin removes it
The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting republished the former Surgeon General’s advisory after the Trump administration purged it from…
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