A content analysis of the representation of statins in the British newsprint media.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study reviewed the news media coverage of statins, seeking to identify specific trends or differences in viewpoint between media outlets and examine common themes.

Design

The study is a content analysis of the frequency and content of the reporting of statins in a selection of the British newsprint media. It involved an assessment of the number, timing and thematic content of articles followed by a discourse analysis examining the underlying narratives. The sample was the output of four UK newspapers, covering a broad-spectrum readership, over a six month timeframe 1 October 2013 to 31 March 2014.

Results

A total of 67 articles included reference to statins. The majority (39, 58%) were reporting or responding to publication of a clinical study. The rati

SUBMITTER: Chisnell J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5724098 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature