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Report: U.S. spends the most on health but outcomes are among the worst
A new report shows it’s well beyond time for journalists and voters to hold politicians accountable for the poor quality…
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Hospital mergers and health care price increases: A primer for reporters
In this webinar, learn what can be done to slow market consolidation and reduce harm to patients and local economies…
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Tips to localize news about national infectious disease outbreaks
How journalists can make recent salmonella, Listeria and Oropouche virus outbreaks meaningful in smaller markets.
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New study highlights lack of nursing home medical director presence
More than one-third of nursing homes had no on-site medical directors present during the first quarter of 2023, a new…
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FDA to launch ‘active’ monitoring system to improve medical device safety
The new system aims to detect potential safety issues with medical devices nearly in real time by monitoring data like…
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Want to join an association for gun violence reporting?
Journalists have launched the Association of Gun Violence Reporters to provide a collaborative space for people reporting on the topic.
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Reporting on the impact of climate change on indoor air quality
Outdoor pollutants like ozone, particulate matter and allergens like pollen also impact indoor air quality.
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Webinar: Learn about AHCJ’s U.S. Health System and International Health reporting fellowships
In this webinar, learn about two AHCJ fellowships to advance the craft of health journalism and encourage nuanced, informed reporting.
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Age-friendly care: What it is and how reporters should cover it
Age-friendly care keeps patient priorities at the forefront, ensuring older adults receive the care they need and want.
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Placenta-on-a-chip: How one STAT reporter clearly described this complicated tech
STAT reporter Deborah Balthazar tells AHCJ what inspired her story on “placenta-on-a-chip” and offers advice for lively tech writing.
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