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Covid-19

Covid-19: Guidelines for Creating Content

We all have a role to play to protect each other and ensure the health and safety of all Californians. Hoping to reach the widest audience possible, the state Department of Public Health has issued some guidelines for content creators on how to convey accurate and helpful information and messages.

What We're Watching

'Getting Bombed'

On Getting Bombed, Chris Reinacher chats up some thirsty nuclear arms experts about the existential threats that keep them up at night.

Panel

'Beyond Bars'

Our recent panel discussion explored over-incarceration in the U.S., and what steps to take to reform the criminal justice system.

I really believe we're in a watershed moment as storytellers, and I'm incredibly grateful to Hollywood, Health & Society for being part of the vanguard [to help us].

ALEX MAGGIO

writer, Madam Secretary

2019 Sentinel Awards

A Red Carpet Celebration

Ava DuVernay's When They See Us was among the honorees, which also included Chernobyl, Grace and Frankie, Grey's Anatomy and Mom.

Workshop

Atomic Storytelling

TV writers and producers guided a dozen participants through a two-day storytelling workshop on writing the nuclear narrative.

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Must Read

Lupus Medication Reportedly in Short Supply

People with lupus are having trouble refilling hydroxychloroquine prescriptions because the drug is seen as a treatment for covid-19 patients. One healthcare provider said those with lupus should be somewhat reassured that the drug stays in the body and offers protection for an “average of 40 days."

Maternal Health

Racism & Childbirth

Our panel explored why black women are three to four times more likely to die after giving birth than white women.

Video: Reproductive Rights

A Brighter Future

“Handmaid’s Tale” writer/producer Dorothy Fortenberry explains why we should also tell hopeful stories about reproductive rights.

Caregiving

Honoring 'Hope's Heroes'

Caregivers represent all backgrounds and ages. The SCAN Foundation’s Rose Parade float celebrated these everyday heroes.

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I really believe we're in a watershed moment as storytellers, and I'm incredibly grateful to Hollywood, Health & Society for being part of the vanguard [to help us].