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Cision's Media Updates - Medical & Health
WSJ reporter now produces for CBS News Houston Chronicle reporter sheds healthcare beat The Houston Chronicle's Lynn Cook will no longer cover healthcare as a business reporter, effective Aug. 4. She will return to covering energy, the beat she originally covered when she joined the paper in August 2004. To learn more, call 713-362-7171. New to Cision! Glamfit is a diet, nutrition and fitness blog. The site is updated twice a week and penned by Sarah Karl, health editor for Glam. To find out more, visit http://blogs.glam.com/glamfit. Philly Inquirer's Miriam Hill to cover new med/health beats New to Cision! Professional Caregiver Blog covers the residential care and assisted living industry. Posting several times a week, the blog offers news, information and commentary from industry professionals. It focuses on topics such as administrative concerns, continuing education, hospice and resident care and licensing updates. To learn more, visit www.communityed.com/blog. Fitness Business News ceases publication New to Cision! The Eye Doc Blog covers eye care and provides patients with answers to questions that they forgot to ask their eye doctor. It features information about issues their doctor discussed with them and it also provides articles and links to helpful eye care resources on the Web. For more information, visit http://eye-doc-blog.com. New blog discusses bipolar disorder Orrick leaves post at twin cities business journal Natasha Orrick recently left her position as healthcare reporter at the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Her coverage also included small business, advertising, marketing and the media. To learn more, call 612-288-2100. New to Cision! Instant Feelgood Fitness is a blog featuring health and fitness. It offers tips, strategies and advice to help people achieve their fitness and health goals, whether it's weight loss, general fitness or de-stressing. It is authored by Jeff Archer. For more information, visit http://instantfeelgood.blogspot.com. Burstein joins National Comprehensive Cancer Network Lee moves to healthcare coverage for the AP Editor Michael Lee, 212-621-1680, recently shifted to healthcare coverage for the Associated Press from his previous duties covering the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC). For more information, call 212-621-1500. Mazori moves up at Natural Health New to Cision! Living Without Meat is a blog covering all things vegetarian. Posts discuss recipes, diet issues, animal rights and the vegan lifestyle. The site is updated three times a week and penned by Sally Anderson. To learn more, visit www.livingwithoutmeat.com. Healthcare reporter departs from McClatchy layoffs New to Cision! Rural Doctoring is a daily blog focused on healthcare in rural areas. Written by a practicing physician in northern California, it offers tips and commentary for rural doctors trying to maintain successful practices. To find out more, visit www.ruraldoctoring.com. Ladies' Home Journal welcomes Chau New to Cision! The Fitness Fixer is a blog that covers fitness and exercise and offers simple ways to change your exercises, stretches and daily movement so that your fitness becomes more effective, fun and healthy. The blog is authored by Dr. Jolie Bookspan. For more information, visit www.healthline.com/blogs/exercise_fitness. New blog addresses cerebral palsy New to Cision! Fruit of the Womb is an Internet blog covering pregnancy and childbirth. It provides information related to normal and complicated pregnancies. The blog is authored by Dr. Kenneth Trofatter. For more information, visit www.healthline.com/blogs/pregnancy_childbirth. New to Cision! Project Swole is an Internet blog covering fitness and exercise. It offers articles on conditioning, weightlifting, powerlifting, strongman, diet, nutrition and martial arts, as well as workout plans, diet plans, strategies and more. For more information, visit www.projectswole.com. Landau moves to health coverage at CNN Physicians Practice promotes staffers Steven Gottshall and Eric Temple-Morris, 503-203-1060, have been named associate publishers for Physicians Practice - The Business Journal for Physicians while former senior editor Pamela Moore, 303-316-7740, has been tapped as editorial director. For more information, call 800-781-2211. Everyday Health selects senior editor POZ appoints new deputy editor Oriol Gutierrez has been appointed deputy editor at POZ. He most recently served as a managing editor at several Planet Out publications, a position he held since October 2007. He has also served as managing editor of DiversityInc magazine. POZ is a general interest magazine for readers living with HIV. It includes coverage of new AIDS research findings, celebrity interviews, and columns on sex, health, media, business and sports. For more information, call 212-242-2163. Hunt leaves San Antonio Express-News New educational Web site aims to serve doctors Migraine Resource Network, recently launched by MediCom Worldwide, is an online educational resource geared toward helping doctors and healthcare workers who treat headaches and migraines. It reports on studies, clinical trials and diagnostic and treatment methods. For more information, call 215-337-9991. Health and beauty blog dresses up the Web Wall Street Journal's Anand heads to Mumbai O'Neill joins SELF as fitness editor Jennifer O'Neill, 212-286-8406, has joined SELF magazine as the new fitness editor. She was previously an editorial assistant for Allure. For more information, call 212-286-2860. Oregon Health News names new editor New blog keeps an eye on plastic surgery trends South Florida Plastic Surgery and Beauty Blog is a new blog which covers the latest trends in plastic surgery in South Florida. Topics may include breast augmentation, skin treatments and liposuction. The blog is updated twice a week. Dr. Paul Wigoda is the author. To find out more, visit the page at http://blog.drwigoda.com. New to Cision! Kitchen Table Medicine is a blog covering alternative medicine and holistic health. It offers practical advice for adopting a healthier diet and lifestyle. The site, which is updated three times a week, is penned by Nicole Sundene. Visit the page at http://kitchentablemedicine.com. Kay Lazar now covering healthcare for Boston Globe New to Cision! Red Dress Diary is a blog that posts information on women's health and nutrition. It offers a mix of health information and beauty tips, covering topics such as obesity and FDA approvals in cosmetics and other products. To learn more, visit www.reddressdiary.com. New cardiology journal launches Bryant to cover healthcare at Nashville Biz Journal Linker leaves Triangle Business Journal Adam Linker has left his post at the Triangle Business Journal. He covered healthcare, higher education and non-profits for the journal. For more information, call 919-327-1000. Choi's on First Destination Diabetes new stop for patients Newson to depart Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Kawanza Newson will leave her post as a medical reporter for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on June 27. No replacement has been named. The Journal Sentinel is written for the residents of Milwaukee and its surrounding areas. It covers local, state, national and international news, as well as business, entertainment, sports and lifestyle. For more information, call 414-224-2000. First welcomes Brown and promotes Sullivan
Posted on: 7/24/2008
Heather Won Tesoriero, 212-975-3691, has joined CBS Television Network as a field producer for health and medicine coverage. She was most recently a pharmaceuticals industry reporter at The Wall Street Journal, which she joined in July 2003. Her prior experience also includes serving as a news reporter for Time. For further details, dial 212-975-4321.
Posted on: 7/24/2008
Posted on: 7/24/2008
Posted on: 7/23/2008
Miriam Hill, 215-854-5520, reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, will change her coverage from telecommunications to pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. The new beat assignment will go into effect at the end of July when Hill returns from maternity leave. While covering telecommunications, she also served as a New York correspondent. Before that, she covered South Philadelphia. For more information, call 215-854-2000.
Posted on: 7/23/2008
Posted on: 7/22/2008
Fitness Business News recently ceased publication with the June issue. The publication launched in March 2007 and was dedicated to industry growth for fitness club owners and fitness industry professionals. For more information, call 207-846-0600.
Posted on: 7/22/2008
Posted on: 7/21/2008
Bipolar Beat is a new blog about bipolar disorder that recently launched. It provides information and advice about the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder, and how to live well with bipolar disorder. It features the latest news, studies and breakthroughs, and offers tips and strategies for recognizing symptoms and managing the many medications used. The blog is authored by Dr. Candida Fink and Joe Kraynak. For further details, visit http://blogs.psychcentral.com/bipolar/.
Posted on: 7/21/2008
Posted on: 7/21/2008
Posted on: 7/18/2008
The Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network has tapped Dr. Harold Burstein as the editor in chief. He is also a medical oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast cancer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. The journal facilitates complete and lively discussions of important issues and controversies in cancer care in an effort to improve communication and enhance collaboration among the oncology community. For more information, call 215-690-0300.
Posted on: 7/18/2008
Posted on: 7/17/2008
Daniel Mazori has been named an editorial assistant at Natural Health. He previously served as an intern there. The publication provides information for living a natural lifestyle. Topics include food, fitness, medicine, beauty and the environment. For more information, call 212-545-4800.
Posted on: 7/17/2008
Posted on: 7/16/2008
Due to layoffs at McClatchy Newspapers, reporter Julius Karash recently left The Kansas City Star. While there, he covered healthcare, hospitals, HMOs, health insurers and suppliers and consumer issues in money and health. He also focused on medical fraud and controversies. The Star will likely see more staff departures due to the company layoffs. For more information, call 816-234-4636.
Posted on: 7/16/2008
Posted on: 7/15/2008
Emily Chau, 212-499-1961, recently joined the health department of Ladies' Home Journal as an editorial assistant. Ladies' Home Journal is published by Meredith and was established in 1883. It explores and celebrates the rich values of modern family life. For more information, call 212-499-2000.
Posted on: 7/15/2008
Posted on: 7/14/2008
The Scene is a new Internet blog covering cerebral palsy. It posts news, events, activities and resources for people with cerebral palsy, their families and caretakers. It is authored by Robyn Cummins and Erin Casey. For more information, visit http://laura.instanthosting.com.au/~cpblogs/thescene.
Posted on: 7/14/2008
Posted on: 7/14/2008
Posted on: 7/11/2008
Elizabeth Landau, 404-878-0262, has been named a writer and producer for the health section on CNN.com. She most recently served as an associate producer for news production on the site and will now cover medical conditions and treatments as well as provide advice for staying healthy. CNN.com is the Internet version of the worldwide cable news network providing live, ongoing coverage of news around the globe 24 hours a day. To find out more, call 404-827-1500.
Posted on: 7/11/2008
Posted on: 7/10/2008
Everyday Health has hired David Flores as senior editor of community for its Web site. He most recently served as the community manager for TV Guide's Web site. EverydayHealth.com provides assistance with health planning by offering experts and advice on over a dozen medical conditions and how to manage them. The site is customizable for users particular interests and conditions. For further details, call 718-797-0722.
Posted on: 7/10/2008
Posted on: 7/9/2008
Paula Hunt has recently left the San Antonio Express News; a replacement has not yet been named. While there, she covered features and health stories including fitness and nutrition. Prior to that, she focused on sports. For more information, call 210-250-3000.
Posted on: 7/9/2008
Posted on: 7/8/2008
Red Dress Diary Bulletin Board recently launched and covers women's health and beauty. The blog posts articles on nutrition, diet and beauty routines that benefit women age 40 and above. It serves as a companion site to Red Dress Diary. Colette Bouchez is handling editorial for the site. For more information, please visit http://reddressdiaryannex.blogspot.com.
Posted on: 7/7/2008
Biotech and health reporter Geeta Anand has moved to The Wall Street Journal's Mumbai, India bureau. She was previously a reporter for the publication in New York, and will continue her same coverage in Mumbai. For further details, call 212-416-2000.
Posted on: 7/7/2008
Posted on: 7/3/2008
Rhonda Morin has been named editor of Oregon Health News. The monthly magazine from Oregon Health Forum covers healthcare news in the Pacific Northwest. Morin most recently served as editor of Thomas magazine, a New England college publication, and has also served as associate editor for a national computer-trade publication. For further details, call 503-226-7870.
Posted on: 7/3/2008
Posted on: 7/3/2008
Posted on: 7/2/2008
Kay Lazar, 617-929-3155, a reporter for The Boston Globe, has recently taken on healthcare coverage including personal health and industry news. Previously, she reported on a variety of topics from personal finance to public affairs and community concerns. Prior to joining the Globe, Lazar was the health editor for the Boston Herald. For more information, call 617-929-2000.
Posted on: 7/2/2008
Posted on: 7/1/2008
The American Heart Association recently announced the August launch of Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions. The purpose of the journal is to present original research from all areas of interventional cardiology. The journal will feature reviews of medical advances, cardiac physiology and pathophysiology relevant to clinical practice, as well as expert viewpoints on current controversies in interventional cardiology. Dr. Dave Faxon has been named editor of the journal. For more information, call 617-542-5100.
Posted on: 6/30/2008
The Nashville Business Journal has upped real estate reporter Linda Bryant, 615-846-4258, to senior reporter for the publication. She now covers the healthcare and biotechnology industries, replacing Barry Owens, who recently left the paper. For more information, call 615-248-2222.
Posted on: 6/30/2008
Posted on: 6/27/2008
First magazine has brought on Katherine Choi as an editorial assistant. She covers health and food stories. Previously, she was an associate editor for iaLink, an online magazine produced by ImaginAsian Entertainment. For more information, call 201-569-6699.
Posted on: 6/26/2008
A new online magazine called Destination Diabetes recently hit the Web and provides free access to information on diabetes and managing the disease. The site provides information on a wide range of diabetes health and wellness topics. Articles are written or reviewed by advisors who have experience in diabetes education. The advisor team is made up of experienced professionals and educators who have a diabetes specialty. For more information, call 954-975-3787.
Posted on: 6/26/2008
Posted on: 6/25/2008
Maressa Brown has recently joined First as an assistant health editor. She joined the magazine after her stint as an associate editor at Popstar!. Before that, she was an editorial assistant for Multichannel News. First has also promoted Lorraine Sullivan from her post as editorial assistant to assistance health and beauty editor. For more information, call 201-569-6699.
