Editor Picks
What Kavanaugh's appointment to the court means for public health
"I am often asked why public health should care about the role of the court and who sits on it. The answer is simple: Court rulings can support or overturn policies that dramatically affect the public’s health."
Why I changed how I write and think about suicide
While the Associated Press started advising reporters to avoid the word “commit” when covering suicide several years ago, many journalists and the public have yet to embrace the shift in language.
What did California's novel approach to funding early-childhood programs achieve?
The impact of the First 5 initiative, spearheaded by actor-director Rob Reiner, is complicated to measure because of the lack of longitudinal data.
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Valley fever medication poses added risk for pregnant women
Research suggests an alarming link between a common drug used for valley fever and birth defects. The disease also tends to be more severe in pregnant women.
As I quickly learned, California’s north coast is a tough place to find mental health help
A reporter discovers firsthand the darker side of living in Northern California's seemingly idyllic Mendocino County.
‘No-brainer’ program starts treatment for opioid addiction in the hospital
Starting treatment for opioid addiction in the hospital may seem obvious, yet it often doesn't happen. A growing program is trying to change that.
Pitfalls journalists should avoid when writing about people with disabilities
A few things journalists should keep in mind while covering issues related to disability, which often don't get enough press.
Kentucky disproportionately locks up black youth, and few seem to care
For the past decade, the vast majority of the young people in Louisville’s secure detention facility have been black. A reporter wonders why more people aren't talking about the disparity.
Health Media Jobs & Opportunities: WebMD, Consumer Reports and Philadelphia Magazine are hiring
Consumer Reports is looking for a senior writer and editor to help create a range of digital, print, social, interactive, and video content with a health focus.
Do Parks Push People Out?
Parks can improve health and fight climate change. But not all parks affect a community the same way. Increasingly, activists and residents are asking the question, "Who's it for?"
