Nicole Leonard is a health and science reporter for WHYY News. Her reporting primarily focuses on addiction and the opioid epidemic, mental health, and health policy, with an emphasis on healthcare administration and public health. Nicole's work has been featured in a variety of outlets, including NPR, CNN, and The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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Nicole Leonard's focus is primarily on local healthcare and government announcements, particularly in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia. She reports extensively on healthcare policies, hospital-related news, and public health issues.
Given her emphasis on citing data and government announcements, she would likely be interested in receiving pitches from experts who can provide statistical analysis or commentary on new healthcare laws, policy changes at hospitals or clinics within the region.
Experts with insights into the impact of federal funding allocations for specific health programs or initiatives related to drug overdose prevention may find success pitching to Nicole. Additionally, those able to offer unique perspectives related to addiction treatment trends in the area could capture her attention.
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CHOP and Rebuilding Together Philadelphia work to remove mold, dust, pests and air quality issues that can trigger asthma attacks in kids.
By: Nicole Leonard
One study found that 4 in 10 women who had postpartum hemorrhages after delivery were considered low risk when admitted.
Medicaid coverage for abortion services begins as Pennsylvania’s attorney general seeks to reinstate the state's ban on using public funds for abortion.
The city’s annual 2026 point-in-time census count on Feb. 25 recorded a total of 5,163 people who were experiencing homelessness in shelters or outside.
By: Nicole Leonard
The total average premium rate increase request in the individual market is 17%. Some insurers like Ambetter are requesting an average increase of 40%.
By: Nicole Leonard
Eradicated in the U.S. for 60 years, the fly returned in June with new cases in Texas. It can infect any warm-blooded mammal.
By: Nicole Leonard
Nearly all health insurance companies that sell individual plans on Pennie, Pennsylvania’s Affordable Care Act marketplace, are asking for average premium increases ranging from 10.5% to as high as 41%
Health care providers say initiating conversations about weight and nutrition is a key aspect to tackling obesity-related health problems.
The Reach Out and Read model targets literacy rates among young kids. A new Pennsylvania affiliate is expanding services in the commonwealth.
By: Nicole Leonard
Federal agencies and state partners announced criminal charges against 19 people who allegedly defrauded Medicaid with home health schemes.
