The Associated Press Stylebook, a key resource for journalistic writing standards, stirred discussions last week by announcing a change in the spelling of “health care.” It decreed that the term should now be written as one word, “healthcare.” This decision, revealed at the annual ACES: The Society for Editing conference, was influenced by evolving usage trends and persistent calls for the adjustment.
STAT, which has adhered to the AP style since its inception in 2015, has consistently used “health care” as two words. Now, the organization faces a decision on whether to embrace this updated directive, a move that has sparked debate within its newsroom.
We are eager to gather opinions from our readers, especially those involved in the healthcare sector, on this contentious issue: Should it be “healthcare” or “health care”? Please share your thoughts using the form below. Selected responses may be featured in an upcoming roundup.
Is it healthcare or health care?
The AP Stylebook recently made a significant decision to change its guidance on writing “healthcare” as one word instead of two. Do you believe the term should be written as “healthcare” or “health care”?
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