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Learn more about ‘longevity gene’ and how genetics influence aging
Humans have searched for a “fountain of youth” since before the time of Ponce de León. Now scientists may be…
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Tips help remind reporters to understand limits of the studies we cover
One of the most important skills required of reporters who cover medical research is the ability to find and discuss…
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Five journalists named 2014 Reporting Fellows on Health Care Performance
The Association of Health Care Journalists has awarded five journalists AHCJ Reporting Fellowships on Health Care Performance. The program, in…
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Survey: Employers expect health benefits to cost more; small companies consider dropping coverage
Here are two issues to watch in the coming year: How many employers will drop health insurance coverage in the…
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Experts suggest story ideas based on ACA implementation
Plenty of good story ideas await journalists willing to explore the nooks and crannies of the nation’s health care law.…
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Five journalists named 2014 Reporting Fellows on Health Care Performance
The Association of Health Care Journalists has awarded five journalists AHCJ Reporting Fellowships on Health Care Performance. The program, in…
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The first health insurance marketplace numbers are in: What do they tell us?
The Department of Health and Human Services recently reported the first set of enrollment numbers from the state and federal…
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Lack of regulation of dental labs leaves plenty to be reported
The piece that aired recently on WSYX-Columbus, Ohio, struck an ominous tone. It featured images of a shadowy basement workshop,…
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Social inequality: A blind spot for health reporters
Dozens of news stories over the past year have reported on the disturbing data showing that Americans are dying younger…
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Culture an important factor in ‘successful’ aging
What is “successful” aging? According to experts at this week’s Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Conference, it depends on…
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