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Comparing the party platforms on health care: Democrats
This is part two of our look at what the Republican and Democratic party platforms say about health care issues…
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Covering gaps in dental care for low-income children
Maggie Clark’s Two Million Kids series for the Sarasota Herald-Tribune has explored many facets of the state’s troubled Medicaid program: the dearth…
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Comparing the party platforms on health care: Republicans
Political party platforms get a spurt of attention in the summer of the respective party conventions – and then more…
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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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