STAT brings on Nicholas Florko as first trust-in-science reporter
STAT news has hired journalist Nicholas Florko to serve as its first-ever trust-in-science reporter following a summer hiatus.
Declining public confidence in health
Public trust in science and health institutions has been declining for years. Disinformation and cultural shifts have contributed to people losing faith in medicine. Some institutions have also lost trust due to legitimate reasons involving scandals or crimes.
New role addresses distrust causes
Nicholas Florko aims to understand why people distrust science and the forces behind it. He plans to investigate what can be done to rebuild trust where needed. This new beat focuses on balancing the importance of trust with recognizing valid reasons for skepticism.
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