Complex, scientific information is released to the public. Without informed journalism: - Rumors or misinformation easily enter the public sphere - Confusion abounds in public - Warnings and safeguards that should have been absorbed by key populations are not received The result is: Positive health outcomes are diminished. With informed journalism: - Local journalists prepare, reading and understanding the science of the study - Local journalists decipher the study results in clear language that reaches affected communities - Follow-up coverage includes experts providing practical guidance The result is: Positive health outcomes are realized.