July 17, 2020
The media landscape has shifted significantly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead of in-studio or in-person interviews, virtual interviews using videoconferencing tools like Zoom have become the norm. To prepare for success, below are five useful tips to make the most out of a virtual video interview: Secure your setting – Pick a quiet, well-lit spot to do
June 17, 2020
Urgent Care Strong During COVID-19
Every day continues to bring more coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, from breaking news of the latest developments to many stories of fear and uncertainty. However, amidst all the noise, it can be easy to miss out on some of the more positive news updates that are still occurring in light of the unprecedented situation. During the past few months,
April 2, 2020
The Prescription for Pitching Healthcare Stories
Recently, the LCWA healthcare team participated in a luncheon hosted by the Publicity Club of Chicago entitled, “Rx for Healthcare Media,” where some of Chicago’s leading healthcare journalists discussed how to stand out in Chicago’s competitive healthcare market and gave PR pros insights into working with journalists during the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel included Scott Becker, publisher of Becker’s Healthcare;
February 18, 2020
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Brings PF Awareness to San Antonio
Our client the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) set record-breaking attendance this year at its biennial PFF Summit, the world’s largest healthcare conference on pulmonary fibrosis (PF), as 950 PF patients, healthcare professionals, caregivers and scientists from around the world convened in San Antonio to advance the care of those living with PF. To tell the PFF story locally in San