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SUMMARY:Reporting on GLP-1s and eating disorders
DESCRIPTION:A few years after drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy hit the mainstream\, stories about their widespread use and unexpected consequences (for better and worse) continue to capture readers’ and editors’ attention. What angles still need to be explored\, particularly when it comes to how the meds might both exacerbate and quell eating disorder symptoms? What do mental health professionals and obesity medicine specialists think journalists have gotten wrong or have overlooked? \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Equip\, AHCJ New York invites you to an intimate panel discussion featuring Equip co-founder and clinical psychologist Erin Parks\, Bea Better Eating co-founder and clinical psychologist Sera Lavelle\, and likely one physician with relevant expertise. Anna Medaris\, who’s covered everything from GLP-1s’ promise in addiction medicine to their infiltration in the running community and their psychological implications\, will moderate. Refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\n\nThe Malin NoMad387 Park Ave South\, 5th FloorNew York\, NY\n\n\n\n\nRSVP by emailing Anna Medaris at the link below before Sept. 23 to ensure entry. \n\n\n\nRSVP here
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/reporting-on-glp-1s-and-eating-disorders/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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SUMMARY:Fiction writing 101 (postponed from July)
DESCRIPTION:Our fiction-writing workshop featuring POLITICO health reporter-turned-novelist Amanda Eisenberg was postponed from July 31 due to the crazy flooding risk that day. Here’s the description: \n\n\n\nHave you always dreamed of writing a novel — or even a short story? Are you a strong writer — maybe of briefs\, press releases\, or news articles — but don’t know how (or why) to write when you’re\, well\, making stuff up? \n\n\n\nJoin journalist Anna Medaris\, head of the Association of Health Care Journalist’s New York chapter\, in conversation with journalist-turned-novelist Amanda Eisenberg as they discuss the differences and similarities between fiction and nonfiction writing\, why everyone should give more creative writing a try\, and how to get started. \n\n\n\nThe pair will also lead the group in a few writing exercises and leave time for Q&A\, mingling\, and workshopping ideas amongst a judgment-free crowd. \n\n\n\n\nThe Luminary1204 Broadway (check in on 4th Floor; event is 3rd floor)New York\, NY\n\n\n\n\nRSVP: If you registered for the original event\, you automatically have a spot at the new one. If you didn’t\, there are still some tickets available here. Unless you happen to be a Luminary member\, please select the “in-person guest of speakers” option.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/fiction-writing-101-postponed-from-july/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: AI and you
DESCRIPTION:It’s been a while since we first broached the subject of AI and freelance journalism\, and so much has changed. We’ll share how we’re using AI in research\, drafts\, headlines — even to enhance pitches or check for similar articles on the topic. And we’ll discuss how our client publications are responding — some may be using AI\, some may be prohibiting its use. Randy Dotinga will start us off with his experiences and insights. \n\n\n\nAt AHCJ’s Lunch and Learns\, freelancer members chat about a designated topic over Zoom every third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET. Registration is now required for Lunch and Learns and is only available to current freelance AHCJ members.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/lunch-and-learn-ai-and-you/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers,Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: These are Stressful Times. How Are You Coping?
DESCRIPTION:This will focus on the practical (not expressly political) issues that we’re facing amid an implosion in our industry and radical changes in the health care landscape. How are you getting accurate information and data? How are you finding reliable sources? How are you navigating sudden changes as editors leave\, get laid off or retire? How are you coping with your own stress? Let’s share strategies. \n\n\n\nRegistration is now required for Lunch and Learns. You only need to register one time to be automatically registered for all Lunch and Learns. Not sure if you’ve already registered? Try searching your email for “AHCJ Lunch & Learn Confirmation.”
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/lunch-and-learn-these-are-stressful-times-how-are-you-coping/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers,Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T160000
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SUMMARY:Virtual PitchFest
DESCRIPTION:AHCJ’s popular Virtual PitchFest is back — giving independent journalists the chance to pitch directly to editors at leading health publications. \n\n\n\n\nHere’s how it works\n\n\n\n\nWe’re recruiting 10–15 editors from a variety of outlets.\n\n\n\nEach participating writer will get up to three 10-minute pitch slots\, with a short break built in for editors between sessions.\n\n\n\nJournalists can sign up with the editors who best match their interests and expertise.\n\n\n\nThe cost to participate is just $25.\n\n\n\nTo ensure quality interactions\, registration is capped at 45 journalists\, each guaranteed three pitch sign-ups. If all slots are not filled\, we may expand capacity. \n\n\n\nPitchFest has long been one of AHCJ’s most anticipated opportunities for freelancers to get their ideas in front of a variety of editors. Don’t miss your chance to connect with editors who are actively seeking fresh\, high-quality health stories.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTimeline\n\n\n\n\nOct. 31: Full slate of editors announced; journalist registration opens\n\n\n\nNov. 6 at 11 a.m. ET: Editor slot sign-ups open for all registered journalists; sign-up link will remain open\, with additional slots added if needed.\n\n\n\nDec. 4 at 2 p.m. ET: PitchFest begins!
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/training-events/virtual-pitchfest-2025/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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SUMMARY:Stand up for yourself: How to be your own best advocate
DESCRIPTION:Join a discussion with fellow freelance journalists about how to be your own best advocate. For January’s Lunch and Learn\, we’ll talk about how to negotiate changes in contract language\, how to ask for more money from an editor\, how to navigate an unresponsive editor when you have a timely story\, and more. \n\n\n\nAt AHCJ’s Lunch and Learns\, freelancer members chat about a designated topic over Zoom every third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET. Registration is required for Lunch and Learns and is only available to current freelance AHCJ members.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/stand-up-for-yourself-how-to-be-your-own-best-advocate/
CATEGORIES:Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
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CREATED:20251212T190735Z
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SUMMARY:Get Organized: Tips and tools for keeping on track and managing clutter
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow freelance journalists for a Lunch and Learn discussion about staying on track and how to manage your electronic and physical clutter. \n\n\n\nAt AHCJ’s Lunch and Learns\, freelancer members chat about a designated topic over Zoom every third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET. Registration is required for Lunch and Learns and is only available to current freelance AHCJ members.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/get-organized-tips-and-tools-for-keeping-on-track-and-managing-clutter/
CATEGORIES:Freelancers,Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T170000
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CREATED:20260206T211149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211150Z
UID:62511-1771603200-1771606800@healthjournalism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual freelance happy hour
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers are invited to a casual virtual happy hour — come as you are\, bring a drink\, and enjoy conversation with peers.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/virtual-freelance-happy-hour/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T140000
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CREATED:20260311T210416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T210418Z
UID:62845-1773925200-1773928800@healthjournalism.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How to land a pitch
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers\, what was the secret to your successful pitches? We’ll talk about how to pitch for different types of stories—narrative\, short explanatory pieces\, wellness\, trade publications\, and more. \n\n\n\nAt AHCJ’s Lunch and Learns\, freelancer members chat about a designated topic over Zoom every third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET. Registration is required for Lunch and Learns and is only available to current freelance AHCJ members.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/lunch-and-learn-how-to-land-a-pitch/
CATEGORIES:Freelancers,Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T170000
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CREATED:20260206T211338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211339Z
UID:62513-1774022400-1774026000@healthjournalism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual freelance happy hour
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers are invited to a casual virtual happy hour — come as you are\, bring a drink\, and enjoy conversation with peers.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/virtual-freelance-happy-hour-2/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: How to stay accountable
DESCRIPTION:Think about your goals for your freelance work: Are you hoping to get assignments from a wider number of publications? Or maybe from a “dream” publication? Do you want to be more organized and productive? Or just to feel more encouraged and motivated?  \n\n\n\nWe’ll talk about how to stay focused on your goals\, either with an “accountability partner” or by finding your own way to stay accountable. \n\n\n\nAt AHCJ’s Lunch and Learns\, freelancer members chat about a designated topic over Zoom every third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET. Registration is required for Lunch and Learns and is only available to current freelance AHCJ members.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/lunch-and-learn-how-to-stay-accountable/
CATEGORIES:Freelancers,Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150016
CREATED:20260206T211516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211518Z
UID:62515-1776441600-1776445200@healthjournalism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual freelance happy hour
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers are invited to a casual virtual happy hour — come as you are\, bring a drink\, and enjoy conversation with peers.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/virtual-freelance-happy-hour-3/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150016
CREATED:20260206T211715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211718Z
UID:62517-1778860800-1778864400@healthjournalism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual freelance happy hour
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers are invited to a casual virtual happy hour — come as you are\, bring a drink\, and enjoy conversation with peers.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/virtual-freelance-happy-hour-4/
CATEGORIES:Event,Freelancers
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