American Journalists Awarded Fellowships to Investigate Global Health Solutions
Four accomplished American journalists have been selected for prestigious international health study fellowships, providing a unique opportunity to explore innovative healthcare approaches in Europe and draw lessons for the U.S. system. The awards, supported by The Commonwealth Fund, mark the return of the program after a pandemic hiatus and will see the journalists delve into a range of pressing health issues.
The fellows, experts in their respective fields, will undertake in-depth investigations, interviewing patients, healthcare providers, and policymakers in both the U.S. and abroad. Their findings, distilled into compelling reports, will illuminate potential pathways for improving American healthcare delivery.
"Exploring how Norway and the United Kingdom have developed mental health guardrails to reduce problem gambling, through regulation and technology — and what U.S. public health leaders can learn from these policies geared to make gambling less addictive," will be the focus of Karen Brown, New England Public Media journalist.
Drew Hawkins, of Gulf States Newsroom/NPR, will be investigating the Netherlands’ approach to opioid use disorder treatment, seeking insights applicable to the Gulf South region. Cecilia Nowell, a journalist with The Guardian, will examine the Swedish model of midwife integration within the healthcare system, a model now gaining traction in the U.S., Africa, and humanitarian crisis zones.
Sandhya Raman, of CQ Roll Call, will tackle the complex issue of smokeless nicotine and tobacco regulation, focusing on its impact on youth and adult public health in Sweden and the U.S.
The fellows will continue their current roles while benefiting from customized seminars, expert mentoring, and financial support for their international reporting. They are expected to complete their projects by mid-2025. This program, administered by the Association of Health Care Journalists, is a testament to the organization’s commitment to enhancing public understanding of healthcare through rigorous journalism.
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‘"The Association of Health Care Journalists is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public understanding of health care issues,".
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The program is made possible by The Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation dedicated to promoting a high-performing health care system that is accessible, high-quality, and efficient, especially for vulnerable populations.
This initiative represents a valuable opportunity to learn from global best practices and inspire innovation in American healthcare.
