Barbara Gastel, physician and acclaimed medical journalist, has prepared an expanded, enhanced second edition
of Health Writer's Handbook. Fully updated, the latest edition of this trusted handbook has grown by nearly 100
pages, solidifying its reputation as a "practical guide packed with specifics on how to write about health
intelligently and with sensitivity" (Nieman Reports). Examples of exemplary health writing now abound with
insightful annotated comments. "Medical Reporting for the Electronic Media" (contributed by Tom Linden,
M.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) addresses health reporting for television, radio, and the Internet.
Also new to this edition is coverage of legal matters in the retitled "Ethical and Legal Issues" chapter.
Journalistic exercises bring chapters to a close giving the reader opportunities to apply the principles presented.
Health Writer's Handbook, Second Edition is a reference guide and textbook all in one, invaluable to experienced
health writers looking to improve their writing and to students beginning their study in medical journalism.
Table of Contents
Part I: Finding Topics and Information
1. Some Basics
2. Books and Periodicals
3. Government, Associations, and Other Institutions
4. Researchers, Clinicians, Patients, and Others
5. Online Resources
Part II: Preparing the Piece
6. Evaluating Information
7. Health-Writing Technique
8. Genres of Health Writing
9. Medical Reporting for the Electronic Media
10. Sensitivity and Style
11. Award Winners and Awards
15. Career Options
16. Professional Organizations
17. Educational OpportunitiesReferences: Sources Cited; Sources of Additional Help or Perspective
Index
