Information comes from a variety of sources and is reported in many ways.
How the information is presented and which aspects are highlighted become important determinants of the story's interpretation. Media stories tend to have a feeling of authority and permanence to them, making people react negatively, even with hostility, when there are errors. This is particularly the case for health-care professionals who view sloppy reporting with disdain. Learning to report in as accurate and responsible a manner as possible is an ongoing process. Here are some tips and tricks I've learned that can help you get it right.