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How to care for your mental health over the next few years
A second Trump administration will likely make health reporters’ jobs more chaotic (again). Here’s how journalists — and a psychologist…
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Meet the 2026 National Science-Health-Environment Reporting Fellows
Six journalists have been selected for the 2026 National Science-Health-Environment Reporting Fellowships (SHERF) program.
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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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Maine becomes 22nd state with a red flag law
Maine voters passed the state’s first red flag law in November, creating a legal pathway to temporarily prevent someone in…
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Letter from Minneapolis: No ‘normal’ in journalism, right now
In this personal account, Minneapolis-based AHCJ member Sheila Eldred reflects on listening to fear and grief up close.
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How to advocate for yourself as a freelance journalist
During January’s Lunch and Learn, freelancers swapped tips on advocating for better pay, clearer boundaries and more time.
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A conversation on ‘The Cure for Everything’: Where American public health is and where it’s headed
In this webinar, Michelle Williams will share lessons from her book “The Cure for Everything” that could inspire story ideas…
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Stories to cover as Americans seek affordable health insurance
Following the expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits on Dec. 31, many Americans are struggling to pay for health…
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AHCJ stands with Minneapolis
A message of support from the AHCJ Board President and Executive Director ahead of the Health Journalism 2026 conference May…
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Shingles vaccine may slow biological aging, new study suggests
New research shows a link between slower biological aging among people who received the shingles vaccine compared to those who…
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Why children’s exposure to intimate partner violence needs more coverage
Intimate partner violence is a major public health crisis in the U.S. that needs more coverage — especially its impact on…
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