Insights

<p>Smoking rates drop (just a little), Bootsy Collins' nephew's preventable death, and a new "shaking" treatment for lice, plus more from our Daily Briefing.</p>

<p>As the 10^th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, it’s time to highlight some recent studies and media coverage of the long-term health impacts of the attacks.</p>

<p>Researchers are finally starting to answer the question of whether hospital scrubs can pose a danger to patients — and people on the subway.</p>

<p>Under health reform, states can apply for grants from a new $15 billion fund for prevention and public health. Is your state or community getting its fair share — and how well is it using the money? Here are five tips for tracking this important community health topic.</p>

<p>The story about a potential hike malpractice premiums was prompted by a doctor's phone call. I hadn't heard about it because the discussions had been taking place in connection with the local hospital negotiating a contract with emergency physicians, and those discussions take place behind closed doors.</p>

<p>If you've ever been interested in working for WebMD, check out their current openings in their magazine and website in the Atlanta area. Also find opportunities for editors and reporters on the East Coast.</p>

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

<p>Shannon Brownlee offers a not-so-modest proposal for universities to stamp out pharma ghostwriting benefiting researchers.</p>

<p>Behind the operating room doors, anesthesia is the probably the only profession where there are two licensed providers, with different educational backgrounds, who can perform exactly the same functions.</p>

<p>A diagnosis for Venus Williams, surprising health fallout from Irene, 9/11-related illnesses and more from our Daily Briefing.</p>