Now taking entries for the 2026 NIHCM Awards! Deadline: January 30, 2026.
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The NIHCM Awards recognize the tremendous contributions of health care journalists and policy researchers whose powerful storytelling and pioneering work advances efforts to improve health in America.
This year, we have updated the name of our longstanding Research Award to the Policy Research Award. Learn more about the categories and the criteria for each award here:
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Infographics
Published on: November 20, 2025.
Rural Health Needs in America: Challenges & Solutions
This infographic explores rural health in America, examining disparities in health outcomes, barriers to care, hospital closures, and strategies to support rural health.
Data Visualization
90%
of the $4.5 trillion spent on US health care in 2022 was to care for people experiencing chronic physical and mental health conditions.
$246 Billion
the projected national cost of cancer care in 2030
Webinars & Briefings
Webinar
This webinar explored factors contributing to the primary care crisis and strategies used to improve care coordination.