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Study Guide: Stat News: An Overview

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Stat News: An Overview Study Guide

Founding and Ownership

Stat was launched in November 2015.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates that Stat was launched on November 4, 2015.

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John W. Henry, the founder of Stat, is also the owner of The Boston Globe.

Answer: True

Explanation: While John W. Henry founded Stat and owns The Boston Globe, the provided information does not state that he also owns The New York Times.

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Stat is produced by Boston Globe Media, the parent company of The Boston Globe.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Boston Globe Media, the owner of The Boston Globe, is the entity that produces Stat.

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Politico described Stat as John W. Henry's "biggest and most ambitious standalone site yet," highlighting its significant scope and investment.

Answer: True

Explanation: Politico described Stat as John W. Henry's "biggest and most ambitious standalone site yet," contradicting the notion of it being his least ambitious.

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When was the news website Stat launched?

Answer: November 4, 2015

Explanation: The news website Stat was launched on November 4, 2015.

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Who founded Stat?

Answer: John W. Henry

Explanation: Stat was founded by John W. Henry.

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Which media company produces Stat?

Answer: Boston Globe Media

Explanation: Stat is produced by Boston Globe Media.

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According to Politico, what was the significance of John W. Henry launching Stat?

Answer: It was his biggest and most ambitious standalone site yet.

Explanation: Politico described the launch of Stat as John W. Henry's biggest and most ambitious standalone site yet.

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Editorial Leadership and Operations

Rick Berke, Stat's executive editor, previously held positions at The New York Times and Politico.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms Rick Berke's prior experience at The New York Times and Politico before joining Stat.

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Rick Berke's prior experience was with The New York Times and Politico, not The Wall Street Journal.

Answer: True

Explanation: Rick Berke's prior experience was with The New York Times and Politico, not The Wall Street Journal.

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Who serves as the executive editor of Stat?

Answer: Rick Berke

Explanation: Rick Berke serves as the executive editor of Stat.

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What was Rick Berke's prior professional experience before joining Stat?

Answer: Working for The New York Times and Politico

Explanation: Rick Berke's prior experience included working for The New York Times and Politico.

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Brand Identity and Focus

Stat's headquarters are located in Boston, Massachusetts.

Answer: True

Explanation: Stat's headquarters are located in Boston, Massachusetts, not New York City.

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The name "Stat" is derived from the Latin term *statim*, meaning "immediately."

Answer: True

Explanation: The name "Stat" originates from the Latin term *statim*, which signifies urgency and immediate action, reflecting the website's focus.

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In medicine, the term "stat" signifies that a procedure requires immediate action.

Answer: True

Explanation: In medical contexts, "stat" is derived from *statim* and indicates that a procedure must be performed immediately, not routinely.

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Stat is available in English.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates Stat is available in English, but does not mention German availability.

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The name "Stat" reflects the website's focus on delivering timely and urgent news within the health sector.

Answer: True

Explanation: The name "Stat," derived from *statim* (immediately), aligns with the website's mission to provide urgent and timely health news.

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The "url" field in the infobox correctly provides the official website address for Stat.

Answer: True

Explanation: The "url" field in the infobox accurately lists the official website address for Stat.

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The "fn org" key in the JSON output represents the formatted name of the organization, correctly identified as "Stat".

Answer: True

Explanation: The "fn org" key in the JSON output is designated to provide the formatted name of the organization, which is "Stat".

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What is the primary focus of Stat news?

Answer: Health and life sciences

Explanation: Stat's primary focus is on health and life sciences journalism.

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Where is Stat headquartered?

Answer: Boston, Massachusetts

Explanation: Stat is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

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The name "Stat" is derived from which term?

Answer: A Latin term meaning "immediately" (*statim*)

Explanation: The name "Stat" originates from the Latin term *statim*, meaning "immediately."

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What is the official website address for Stat?

Answer: www.statnews.com

Explanation: The official website address for Stat is www.statnews.com.

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What does the term "stat" signify in a medical context?

Answer: Urgent action required

Explanation: In a medical context, "stat" signifies that urgent action is required.

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What does the "fn org" key in the infobox metadata represent?

Answer: The formatted name of the organization.

Explanation: The "fn org" key in the infobox metadata represents the formatted name of the organization.

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Key Reporting and Impact

Stat has reported on significant stories, such as details concerning Robert Califf's research following his nomination to lead the FDA.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source explicitly mentions Stat's reporting on Robert Califf's research in the context of his FDA nomination.

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Stat has sent journalists to cover health events in South America, including countries like Colombia and Brazil.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source states that Stat journalists have covered health events in South America, specifically mentioning Colombia, Haiti, and Brazil.

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Stat began its coverage of the Coronavirus outbreak on January 4, 2020.

Answer: True

Explanation: Stat's coverage of the Coronavirus outbreak commenced on January 4, 2020, predating mid-January.

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Stat's early Coronavirus coverage led to a surge in reader traffic, reportedly four to five times above typical levels.

Answer: True

Explanation: Contrary to decreasing traffic, Stat's early Coronavirus coverage led to a surge in reader traffic, reportedly four to five times above typical levels.

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The April 16, 2020 Stat article reported on early, incomplete results from a University of Chicago clinical trial concerning remdesivir.

Answer: True

Explanation: The article in question reported on a trial conducted at the University of Chicago, not Stanford University.

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Gilead Sciences' shares increased in value during after-hours trading subsequent to the Stat report on remdesivir.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Gilead Sciences' stock saw an increase in after-hours trading following the Stat report on remdesivir.

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A University of Chicago spokesperson stated that partial data from an ongoing trial is inherently incomplete and should not be used to draw conclusions.

Answer: True

Explanation: The spokesperson from the University of Chicago emphasized the preliminary nature of partial trial data, cautioning against premature conclusions.

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Congressman Lloyd Doggett called for an investigation into the remdesivir leak, citing potential violations of federal securities law.

Answer: True

Explanation: Lloyd Doggett initiated a call for an investigation, highlighting the potential for federal securities law violations related to the remdesivir leak.

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Stat uncovered claims made by a vitamin company that had licensed its name to Donald Trump.

Answer: True

Explanation: Stat's reporting brought attention to claims made by a vitamin company that had licensed its name to Donald Trump.

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Stat's reporting prompted Bernie Sanders to return a contribution received from a former pharmaceutical industry CEO.

Answer: True

Explanation: Following Stat's reporting, Bernie Sanders returned a campaign contribution from a former pharmaceutical industry CEO.

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The April 16, 2020 article concerning remdesivir was authored by Adam Feuerstein.

Answer: True

Explanation: The April 16, 2020 article about the remdesivir trial was authored by Adam Feuerstein, not Helen Branswell.

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The clinical trial of remdesivir discussed in the April 16, 2020 article was conducted at the University of Chicago.

Answer: True

Explanation: The clinical trial for remdesivir mentioned in the article took place at the University of Chicago, not Johns Hopkins University.

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A CNBC report indicated that Gilead's stock increased by 8% following the Stat article suggesting encouraging early results for remdesivir.

Answer: True

Explanation: CNBC reported an 8% rise in Gilead's stock after the Stat article presented promising early results for remdesivir.

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The contribution returned by Bernie Sanders was from a disgraced former pharmaceutical industry CEO.

Answer: True

Explanation: The contribution Bernie Sanders returned was from a former pharmaceutical industry CEO, not a tech industry executive.

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Robert Califf's research was published after his nomination to lead the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Answer: True

Explanation: Robert Califf's research was published following his nomination to lead the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), not the Environmental Protection Agency.

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Stat's coverage of the Zika outbreaks demonstrated a commitment to international health reporting, not solely domestic issues.

Answer: True

Explanation: Stat's coverage of the Zika outbreaks, involving journalists sent to South America, shows a commitment to international health reporting, not solely domestic issues.

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Stat's reporting on the remdesivir trial was based on leaked data, not officially released information from the University of Chicago.

Answer: True

Explanation: The information reported by Stat regarding the remdesivir trial was leaked from the University of Chicago, rather than being officially released.

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Stat commenced its coverage of the Coronavirus outbreak with an article published on January 4, 2020.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that Stat's coverage of the Coronavirus outbreak began on January 4, 2020.

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The University of Chicago spokesperson did not praise the leaked remdesivir data for its completeness.

Answer: True

Explanation: The University of Chicago spokesperson stated that partial data is inherently incomplete and should not be used for conclusions, rather than praising its completeness.

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Stat's reporting on the remdesivir trial led to an increase, not a drop, in Gilead Sciences' stock price.

Answer: True

Explanation: Stat's reporting on the remdesivir trial led to an increase, not a drop, in Gilead Sciences' stock price.

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Which of the following is an example of a notable story reported by Stat?

Answer: An exposé on the practices of a vitamin company linked to Donald Trump.

Explanation: Stat reported on claims made by a vitamin company that had licensed its name to Donald Trump.

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Stat has dispatched journalists to which countries to cover significant health events?

Answer: Colombia, Haiti, and Brazil

Explanation: Stat journalists have covered health events in countries such as Colombia, Haiti, and Brazil.

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When did Stat commence its coverage of the Coronavirus outbreak?

Answer: January 4, 2020

Explanation: Stat began covering the Coronavirus outbreak on January 4, 2020.

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What was the impact of Stat's early Coronavirus coverage on its readership?

Answer: Reader traffic surged by four to five times typical levels.

Explanation: Stat's early Coronavirus coverage resulted in reader traffic surging by four to five times above typical levels.

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At which institution was the clinical trial for remdesivir, discussed in the April 16, 2020 Stat article, conducted?

Answer: University of Chicago

Explanation: The clinical trial for remdesivir mentioned in the April 16, 2020 article was conducted at the University of Chicago.

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What was the market reaction to Gilead Sciences' stock following the Stat report on remdesivir?

Answer: Shares popped 8%.

Explanation: Following the Stat report on remdesivir, Gilead Sciences' shares popped 8% in after-hours trading.

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How did Stat's reporting influence Bernie Sanders' campaign contribution?

Answer: It prompted him to return a contribution from a former pharmaceutical CEO.

Explanation: Stat's reporting prompted Bernie Sanders to return a contribution from a former pharmaceutical industry CEO.

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What specific claims did Stat uncover regarding a vitamin company?

Answer: Claims made by the company after licensing its name to Donald Trump.

Explanation: Stat uncovered claims made by a vitamin company that had licensed its name to Donald Trump.

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Which of the following is NOT a country where Stat journalists have reported on health events?

Answer: Germany

Explanation: Stat journalists have covered health events in Colombia, Haiti, and Brazil, but Germany is not mentioned in this context.

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What was the title of the April 16, 2020 article published by Stat?

Answer: "Early peek at data on Gilead coronavirus drug suggests patients are responding to treatment"

Explanation: The title of the April 16, 2020 Stat article was "Early peek at data on Gilead coronavirus drug suggests patients are responding to treatment."

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What did the University of Chicago spokesperson state regarding the leaked remdesivir trial data?

Answer: Partial data is incomplete and should not be used for conclusions.

Explanation: The University of Chicago spokesperson stated that partial data from an ongoing trial is inherently incomplete and should not be used to draw conclusions.

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Which of the following best describes Stat's approach to covering the Coronavirus outbreak?

Answer: They began coverage early, starting January 4, 2020.

Explanation: Stat began covering the Coronavirus outbreak early, starting with an article on January 4, 2020.

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Audience and Scale

As of February 2016, Stat employed approximately 45 staff members.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates that as of February 2016, Stat had a staff of 45 members, not fewer than 40.

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By February 2016, Stat achieved a monthly reach of approximately 2.3 million unique readers.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that by February 2016, Stat had reached approximately 2.3 million unique readers monthly.

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As of February 2016, how many staff members did Stat employ?

Answer: Exactly 45

Explanation: As of February 2016, Stat had a staff of 45 members.

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What was Stat's approximate monthly reach in unique readers as of February 2016?

Answer: Approximately 2.3 million

Explanation: As of February 2016, Stat's monthly reach was approximately 2.3 million unique readers.

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General Information

Stat is an American news website dedicated to health and life sciences journalism.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source identifies Stat as an American news website specializing in health and life sciences.

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The Wikipedia page for Stat provides the short description: "American health-oriented news website."

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that "American health-oriented news website" is the concise description used for Stat on Wikipedia.

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