Rachael Robertson

Rachael Robertson is a skilled journalist with a background in health and science reporting. She has contributed to various publications such as Everyday Health, Gizmodo, and the Bronx Times. After completing her bachelor's degree in Communication Arts with a minor in Global Health Studies from Allegheny College, she went on to study at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Her work has been recognized by NLGJA, which awarded her a scholarship. Prior to her journalism career, Robertson worked in elder care in New York City. She currently writes for MedPage Today as part of their enterprise and investigative team.

Biography:  https://www.medpagetoday.com/people/rr5215/rachael-robertson

82%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • Rachael Robertson tends to present information in a balanced manner without favoring any particular viewpoint.

Conflicts of Interest

85%

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  • In one article, Robertson disclosed her employer's connection to a company developing a product related to the topic of the article. This demonstrates her commitment to transparency.

Contradictions

85%

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  • Robertson has not published any articles with major contradictions.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • Robertson occasionally uses sensational language to grab readers' attention, but she generally provides accurate information and does not intentionally mislead.

Recent Articles

Prenatal Cannabis Use and Maternal Health Outcomes: Risks of Gestational Hypertension, Preeclampsia, Placental Abruption, and Weight Issues

Prenatal Cannabis Use and Maternal Health Outcomes: Risks of Gestational Hypertension, Preeclampsia, Placental Abruption, and Weight Issues

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that pregnant women using cannabis were more likely to develop pregnancy-induced hypertension, placenta separation, preeclampsia, and experience weight issues. Given the potential risks associated with prenatal cannabis use, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends avoiding marijuana during pregnancy.

Blood Test Identifies Premature Organ Aging and Disease Risk

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 Scientists have developed a blood test that can determine if your organs are aging prematurely and at risk of failing. The test can identify which specific organ is causing the problem and predict the person's risk for diseases related to that organ. The researchers used a machine-learning algorithm to analyze proteins in the blood, which helped measure the aging of 11 organ systems. One in five healthy adults aged 50 and above may have at least one fast-aging organ, and one to two in every 100 may have multiple organs that test older than their actual age.