Write for First Check
First Check is open to pitches
If you have a story with a strong news peg, unique insight and access, we want to hear from you.
Submit your stories here
pitches@firstcheck.inWhat we are looking for
We invite freelancers to pitch original, data-driven, evidence-based health stories that break new ground, uncover emerging trends, or challenge widely held assumptions in medicine and public health.
We’re looking for strong ideas with a clear news angle, strong reporting potential, and direct public relevance.
- Original reported stories
- Interviews or profiles of prominent figures
- Reported analyses of current health news
Note: All selected pitches will be commissioned by First Check, and the resulting stories must be original, evidence-based and free of plagiarism. Stories must not be AI-generated.