Without explanation, even well-intentioned criticism can fall flat. So, how can we move beyond vague negativity and offer truly constructive feedback that helps other writers grow? The answer lies in the power of why.
30-Day Health Writing Challenge: Nutrition
Nutrition experts, this challenge is for you!
Addressing vaccine hesitancy in writing: How has COVID-19 changed hesitancy communication, and what works?
To address vaccine hesitancy in writing, it is important to put yourself in your reader’s shoes, demonstrate an understanding of the hesitancy, and form an effective response using evidence-based writing techniques, clear communication, courtesy, and empathy.
Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy Checklist
Do you want best-practice strategies for addressing vaccine hesitancy? This checklist captures essential evidence-based techniques for communicating clearly about vaccination.
Medical editing: Getting started
Editing is a mindset.
What does a health writer do?
A quick overview of what a health writer does every day to help you decide if it’s the right career choice for you.
How to nail your next writing test in a job interview
Health writing job interviews often include writing tests. Is that okay – and, if so, how can you conquer the test?
How to build your health writer network on social media
Don’t be afraid to send messages to writers you admire. They might respond and teach you something memorable.
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.
Behaviour change communication strategies
A collection of new behaviour change communication research to help you write health content that will resonate with your readers and promote behaviour change.
Heart disease communication strategies
Writing about heart disease? Explore the latest research into heart disease communication.
Alcohol communication strategies
Browse some of the latest public health research about anti-drinking messages and alcohol communication.
Child health communication strategies
A collection of research about kids health and communication strategies to help kids live healthier lives.
Cancer communication strategies
Learn how to write more effective content about cancer-related topics.
Smoking prevention strategies
Read the latest scientific evidence for smoking prevention strategies, tobacco control and health communication research.