Hafsa Abdirahman discusses the toll of COVID-19 on Black and Brown communities and the lessons health writers can learn from it.
A medical writer’s skillset
Want to be a health and medical writer? Discover the essential skills you need – and learn how to develop those you don’t yet have.
My first successful pitch: A beginner writer’s story
Marwa Saleh published her first article, about COVID-19 and burnout, in a Harvard Medical School blog called Lean Forward. Here’s how that happened.
COVID-19 and the rush to publish: How to find reliable research
As health writers, we have to do our due diligence to ensure we are citing reliable and scientifically accurate sources.
Social media research strategies for health writers
Experts are talking on social media, and you can listen.
Health writing opportunities in a COVID-19 world
Ready to finally hear some good news? Health writing is a stable career pathway that will survive and potentially thrive during and after this pandemic.
Responsible reposting: How to find and share quality COVID-19 information on social media
Health writers have an opportunity to be a voice of reason in a chorus of misleading medical information.
How to tweet like a health writer
Twitter is more than just short, written messages – you can use videos, pictures, and links to engage your audience.
How to write about epidemics: Experts share their advice
Tips for health and medical writers on how to write responsibly and avoid spreading misinformation.
Health communication best practices – a timely reminder
In a public health crisis like COVID-19, health communicators face multiple challenges and pressures – but we must remember the best-practices of responsible health reporting.
How to choose a blog topic
Whether you’re a freelance writer launching a blog for your medical writing business or an aspiring health blogger looking to grow your blog, the question remains: What will you blog about?
Tips for ESL medical writers
How does being an ESL medical writer impact your chances of finding work? Read our top writing tips for non-native speakers by guest author (and ESL medical writer) Diana Ribeiro.
The power of automation in healthcare marketing
Automation in healthcare isn’t just about scheduling manual tasks and saving time – it’s about delivering highly targeted messages to the right audiences in the most effective way.
Understanding misinformation – a practical guide
Misleading health content is harmful to public health, confuses people, spreads misinformation and has potential legal issues. So, what can you do if you spot misinformation online – and how can you ensure you’re not the one spreading it in the first place?
5 writing exercises to do every morning before you start work
These five short writing exercises will help you develop your writing skills and feel more confident in your abilities.