FNIH Honors STAT's Helen Branswell with Kovler Prize for Trust in Life Science Journalism

The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) has awarded the 2026 Kovler Prize for Trust in Life Science Journalism to Helen Branswell, an infectious diseases correspondent for STAT. Branswell is recognized for her clear and insightful reporting on disease outbreaks, including the COVID-19 pandemic, which is deemed a public service that empowers individuals to make informed health decisions. The prize includes a $25,000 honorarium.