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Concerns over pharma industry sponsorship of health journalism in Australia

The controversy sparks questions about corporate influence and the new ways we fund journalism.

It's Complicated: Taking Conflict of Interest Beyond Pharma Payments to Researchers

I wrote a piece recently for Health News Review about conflicts of interest. The original post is below, followed by more great examples of writers describing unexpected conflicts in detail.

Debunking the Myths of Violent Schools and Students

My new book, "Lockdown High," explores the myths and reality of school violence and zero tolerance policies. Here's what I learned while reporting it. 

'The Biggest Loser': inspiring or unhealthy?

Does The Biggest Loser empower people to lose weight and transform their lives, or does it promote unsafe, unrealistic methods for weight loss? An online debate over the television reality show erupted last week at MedPage Today in response to a researcher’s study of the cultural assumptions behind the show.

How effective do flu shots need to be to be good for public health?

In the last Daily Briefing of the week, we explore how much medicine Americans take, surprising facts about pregnant women and the dangers of science.

Two sides of a coin - advocacy and activism

Moving beyond sensationalism to providing balance as well as reliable, accurate facts in meaningful context can be challenging.

In Mississippi Delta Churches, Preaching a Healthier Diet

Mississippi delta churches fighting obesity, a patient data breach in California, food stamps and soda, and more from our Daily Briefing.

Could Food Additives Be Making Us Fat? Researcher Looks For Answers

Food additives and obesity, community clinic woes, autism in siblings and more from our Daily Briefing.

Health Media Jobs and Opportunities: Radio and Medical Centers; Freelancers Wanted

If on-air health reporting is your niche, Southern California Public Radio is looking for a health care reporter. We've also highlighted some writer positions at various hospitals and a handful of freelance gigs. In addition, you'll find updated information on upcoming grants, fellowships and educational opportunities and projects.

Blow Out Your Candle, Retraction Watch, and Get Back to Work!

Thanks to the influential science blog Retraction Watch, when a paper gets pulled, the world hears about it. Here are my favorite Retraction Watch contributions to medical research and health reporting.

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