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Economics, Health, Politics & Government

A health care journalist’s guide to prior authorization

by Kerry Dooley Young | December 23, 2021

Health insurance companies argue that prior authorization can reduce unnecessary procedures and health care costs. But doctors have concerns about the frequency of these requests, even for routine procedures, and the administrative burdens associated with them.

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Health

Interviewing nurses for your story? Diversify your sources with this guide to nursing specialty groups

by Naseem S. Miller | December 21, 2021

Nurses in different specialties can offer perspective not only about patient care, but also clinical research, ethical issues and management.

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Environment, Health

COVID-19 infections rise in cold temperatures year-round, study confirms

by Denise-Marie Ordway | December 20, 2021

Prior research on weather and COVID-19 transmission provides inconsistent results. A recent study shows transmission rates rise when temperatures drop or outdoor levels of ultraviolet radiation are high.

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The Journalist’s Resource team picks for 2021

by Carmen Nobel, Clark Merrefield, Denise-Marie Ordway and Naseem S. Miller | December 16, 2021

As the year draws to a close, we’re taking a few moments to reflect on some of the pieces that meant a lot to us this year.

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Media

How to hold the line: 4 journalism survival tips from 2021 Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa

by Carmen Nobel | December 9, 2021

The champion of press freedom shares insights for journalists who are fighting to hold power to account amid relentless harassment and misinformation on social media.

Expert Commentary

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Economics

Rent control and stabilization policies: 4 studies to know

by Clark Merrefield | December 8, 2021

U.S. cities are increasingly turning to rent regulation ordinances to help tenants stay in their homes. Is that a good idea? Here’s what the research says.

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Health, Media

When public officials spread health misinformation, be quick to point it out: A tip sheet

by Naseem S. Miller | December 8, 2021

Some politicians, public officials and a handful of physicians are spreading misinformation. It’s important for journalists to debunk falsehoods high up in their stories, avoid false balance, and dig into the motives.

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Health

Should kids need parental consent to get the COVID-19 vaccine? Here’s what the research says

by Naseem S. Miller | November 29, 2021

Parental consent laws vary by state by the type of health care service. This piece brings you an overview of the issue and lists several studies and resources to help you with your reporting.

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Media

Covering scientific consensus: What to avoid and how to get it right

by Denise-Marie Ordway | November 23, 2021

Three researchers explain how journalists can use scientific consensus to bolster their coverage and battle misinformation about public policy topics.

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Economics, Media

Researchers use decades of Wall Street Journal articles to predict stock market returns

by Clark Merrefield | November 19, 2021

Culling decades of Wall Street Journal articles, researchers created a new way to gauge stock performance that matches well to real returns.

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Editors’ Picks

Medicaid: A guide to understanding and covering potential cuts to the program
Health, Politics & Government

Medicaid: A guide to understanding and covering potential cuts to the program

April 30, 2025

To help finance trillions of dollars in tax cuts, Congressional Republicans are looking to cut hundreds of billions of dollars in spending, which could impact Medicaid. We provide background, resources and research on the policies under consideration.

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ICE’s recent detention data: What journalists need to understand
Politics & Government

ICE’s recent detention data: What journalists need to understand

April 21, 2025

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s detained population flatlined in April, but there’s more to the numbers than meets the eye. It’s time to level up our understanding of detention data.

Childhood vaccines: What research shows about their safety and potential side effects
Health, Politics & Government

Childhood vaccines: What research shows about their safety and potential side effects

February 26, 2025

In this piece, we share reporting tips, explain how vaccine side effects are tracked in the U.S., and discuss research on the safety of childhood vaccines.

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