Karin McCay named Texas Health Journalist of the Year

A Texas journalist has received notable recognition for outstanding health reporting, earning one of the state's highest accolades in medical journalism.

The Texas Medical Association has honored Karin McCay as the Texas Health Journalist of the Year in the small market division. She received the prestigious Anson Jones, M.D. Award for her impactful reporting on vital health issues that influence patients throughout the state.

The award underscores McCay’s constant commitment to thorough and precise reporting on issues related to medicine and public health. Throughout her career, she has received multiple Anson Jones awards, including accolades as health journalist of the year.

Since 1957, the Texas Medical Association has honored exceptional health and medical reporting by Texas journalists with the Anson Jones Award. The award honors Anson Jones, M.D., a prominent physician and statesman recognized for his significant contributions to the early history of Texas.

Jones served as the final president of the Republic of Texas from 1844 to 1846, playing a crucial role in establishing the state's initial regulations governing the practice of medicine. He advocated establishing a formal association of physicians to promote medical knowledge and education.

Throughout his career, Jones gained recognition as a prolific writer, solidifying his legacy as a notable figure in both the medical field and intellectual circles. His significant contributions to medicine and public service have led to the establishment of an award named in his honor.

The inaugural Anson Jones Award was bestowed in 1957 upon a reporter from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram for exemplary lay medical reporting. This event marked the commencement of a longstanding tradition dedicated to honoring excellence in journalism.

McCay has recently received recognition that places her alongside a notable cohort of journalists dedicated to enhancing public understanding of health issues through their reporting.

The Texas Medical Association annually recognizes journalists' contributions through its awards program, emphasizing the value of precise and influential health reporting throughout the state.

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