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‘Hospital, Heal Thyself:’ Book shows few hospitals adopt beneficial methods
Mark Taylor’s award-winning new book follows efforts to convince hospital administrators to adopt more efficient, effective care models.
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5 story ideas on migrant health crises at the U.S.-Mexico border
Although less visible, the profound public health challenges facing migrants and communities at the U.S.-Mexico border demand attention.
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Guide helps reframe the narrative on gun violence
A recent guide reframing the narrative on gun violence can help journalists highlight solutions and spotlight communities affected by shootings.
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How to start a local news outlet: A Q&A with Andrea Faye Hart of Tiny News Collective
Andrea Faye Hart, membership director of Tiny News Collective, talks about media entrepreneurship, local news and filling information gaps.
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Pharmacy benefit managers raised prices by over 1,000% on specialty drugs
FTC staff found that the three largest pharmacy benefit managers drove up prices of specialty generic drugs for cancer, HIV…
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AI-cloned voices could be added to virtual reality to help patients in pain
Researchers suggested combining a 3-D virtual reality landscape with AI-cloned voices of a patient’s loved ones to help reduce pain.
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Unraveling the myth: Propublica’s investigation into a bad doc and a reckless hospital
In this webinar, we explore the case of Montana oncologist David Weiner, who stands accused of harming and killing patients.
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How to use ‘elimination’ and ‘eradication’ correctly in infectious disease reporting
It’s crucial journalists understand that “elimination” and “eradication” have different, specific meanings in regards to infectious diseases.
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Redlining’s lingering public health legacy
Recent studies show that people from formerly redlined neighborhoods face multiple health disparities including a lower life expectancy.
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Reporting duo investigates industry sway over the FDA
Reporters Jeanne Lenzer and Shannon Brownlee discuss their latest work, a three-part series on industry influence at the FDA.
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