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The Medical Journalists’ Association has a membership of more than 450 health and medical writers, broadcasters and editors. We are based in the UK and exist to promote excellence in journalism, encourage and support our membership and provide opportunities for networking.
Upcoming MJA Events
MJA Christmas Party
December 5 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
News
Say hi to Sam — the MJA’s new administrator - We are delighted to announced that Sam Biggs has been appointed MJA administrator, and takes the reins officially on November 4. Some of you may already know Sam (under her Read more...
Events
Christmas party - Christmas is hurtling towards us, so get ready to celebrate and catch up with colleagues over drinks and food — on December 5 — at the Morpeth Arms. It will Read more...
Blogs
Fearless campaigner against deadly bad science to receive the 2024 HealthSense Award - MJA members have an exclusive opportunity to meet Patricia Murray, the Liverpool professor who was instrumental in the conviction of disgraced surgeon Paolo Macchiarini, when she gives a presentation on Read more...
Awards Latest
Hannah is an MJA Awards Barnes-stormer - Hannah Barnes will need a considerably bigger trophy cabinet after picking up three category trophies plus the coveted best-of-the-best award for Outstanding Contribution to Health and Medical Journalism at the Read more...
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Latest health news
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- NHS bosses attack 'rip off' doctor overtime rateson November 5, 2024 at 2:31 pm
Resources
Sepsis update: ESICM symposium - New research on sepsis and the role of NETs in improving diagnosis will be presented at the European Society of Intensive Medicine on Monday October 7. This was flagged in Read more...
Member Benefits
Gut health uncovered: Guild invitation to MJA members - The Guild of Health Writers is offering MJA members the opportunity to attend their upcoming interactive Q&A on the microbiome and gut-brain axis for the same cost as Guild members: Read more...
Work and Money
MJA seeks an administrator - Could you be the MJA’s next administrator? The Medical Journalists’ Association is a thriving national organisation with around 450 members, including some of the top health journalists across broadcast, radio, Read more...
Gallery
Watch the 2024 Awards highlights - If you weren’t able to make the 2024 Medical Journalists’ Association Awards, or would like to know more about this annual celebration of excellence and this year’s winners, watch our Read more...
