Media Relations

We have longstanding relationships with leading journalists in the United States and globally, as well as with foreign correspondents around the world. With numerous former journalists on staff, we know what makes news and how to capture journalists’ attention with carefully presented stories.

Our multilingual staff and global network of consultants provide media relations services that include:

Developing traditional and digital media outreach strategies;
Writing promotional materials, which we translate into target languages when relevant;
Organizing media events worldwide;
Pitching and directly engaging media in the US and around the world;
Taking advantage of opportunities with breaking news to promote interviews with experts; and
Responding to crises.

Media Relations on the Burness Effect Blog

2019 County Health Rankings Shine Spotlight on Americans Burdened by Housing Costs

Recently, the 2019 County Health Rankings were released. The Rankings show that our health is influenced by many things—like a good job, a good education, and safe places to play. All of these factors are linked to where we live: our home. By highlighting the connection between health and housing, this year’s Rankings’ Key Findings Report showed that not everyone has the same opportunities to be healthy where they live. Across the U.S., more than 1 in 10 households are severely “housing cost burdened,” which means they spend more than half of their income on housing costs.

For the First Time Ever, A Malaria Vaccine: A Tribute to Our Partner

We congratulate our long-time partner, PATH, for the pivotal role the people there played in the development and introduction of the world’s first malaria vaccine.

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