Writing for the public

This branch covers health and science writing for general readers. Its parts distinguish journalism, digital and organisational outreach, creative and reflective forms, and writing for young readers. Documents for patients and trial participants, book production and general plain-language techniques belong to neighbouring branches.

• Health journalism and features — journalistic independence, finding and reporting stories, writing, coverage quality and subjects requiring particular care
• Web, social media and outreach — digital health content, apps, blogs, social media and organisational communication with the public, members and the press
• Creative and reflective writing — choosing a form and outlet, essays and creative nonfiction, poetry, humour, medical history and biography
• Science writing for children and young adults — age groups, classroom resources, adult objections, publishing outlets and entry into youth publishing