What were the top pharma news stories as of March 2026? Three major health policy and technology developments shaped media coverage in February 2026: the launch of the TrumpRx.gov prescription discount platform aimed at improving drug price transparency and affordability, the United States’ formal withdrawal from the World Health Organization, and Amazon Health Services’ introduction […]
When Doing Good Isn’t Enough: What New Research Reveals About Disaster Relief, Reputation, and Public Motivation
When a crisis strikes, organizations often step forward to help. But here’s a question communicators rarely stop to ask: Do disaster relief efforts actually motivate the public—or do they mainly strengthen reputation? That distinction matters more than ever in a communications landscape defined by limited attention, growing skepticism, and rising expectations for corporate responsibility. At […]
Why AI Models Cite Journalism 47% of the Time – and What It Means for Your PR Strategy
Fullintel-UConn study on AI engine citations shows the value of pitching your message to journalists and other credible outlets. If AI is rewriting how audiences discover information, it has also significantly changed how the communications professionals we work with measure impact. Dashboards, sentiment charts, and campaign recaps using traditional media metrics simply can’t sufficiently demonstrate […]
The PR Measurement Framework for the AI Era: Moving Beyond Impressions
Traditional PR Metrics are Breaking Down – Here’s a New Approach To Help Capitalize on AI Search I’ve spent a lot of time over the past 15+ years counseling clients on how to conduct accurate media analysis to drive successful PR strategies. But the PR landscape is rapidly shifting under all our feet. As that […]
Top Pharma News: February 2026
What were the top pharma news stories as of February 2026? Three major pharmaceutical and health technology stories shaped coverage in January 2026: a legal challenge to revised U.S. childhood vaccine guidance, a high-profile AI partnership between Bristol Myers Squibb and Microsoft to improve lung cancer detection, and OpenEvidence’s presentation of an agentic AI–driven vision […]
JPM Healthcare 2026: Why This Year’s Coverage Drove Real Influence—Not Just Headlines
Every January, the JPM Healthcare Conference sets the tone for the year ahead in pharma and biotech. It’s where strategy meets scrutiny—where investors, analysts, media, and stakeholders look for credible signals about pipelines, leadership, innovation, and long-term growth. This year, I experienced JPM in person for the first time—and it reinforced just how much influence […]
Top Pharma News in January 2026
What were the top pharma news stories in January 2026? Three major pharmaceutical news stories dominated December 2025: the Trump administration’s proposed overhaul of childhood vaccine recommendations, voluntary drug pricing agreements under the Most Favored Nation policy, and the FDA’s qualification of AIM-NASH, the first AI tool for MASH clinical trials. January 2026 Pharma News […]
News Websites Drive Almost 50% of AI Citations – Providing PR Teams With a Unique Opportunity, Upcoming Fullintel Study Finds
Large language models (LLMs) have transformed the way people search for and consume information. While traditional search engines like Google and Bing remain popular, nearly half of U.S. and European internet users now begin their search with some kind of AI tool. Even traditional search engines now utilize AI-generated summaries, sometimes leading to so-called “zero-click […]
The Smart Science of Sampling: Why Media Samples Power More Accurate, Actionable PR Insights
When it comes to evaluating communications performance, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Why don’t we just analyze everything?” It’s an understandable instinct—especially when “big data” has become synonymous with accuracy. But in reality, more data doesn’t always mean better insight. The key to meaningful measurement isn’t volume; it’s representativeness. That’s where […]
Top Pharma News in August 2025
This month’s healthcare and pharmaceutical coverage highlights how political pressure, regulatory changes, and new technologies are reshaping access to care and influencing public trust. From government action on drug pricing and funding cuts to HIV programs to debates over AI-driven health advice, the industry faces complex challenges at the intersection of innovation, affordability, and safety. […]










