Applications start for the BNK Media Prize 2016

12.05.2016 11:05

“Cardiology for patients – the focus is on people”: This is the theme of this year’s BNK Media Prize, which is awarded by the Federal Association of Resident Cardiologists. V. (BNK) wants to raise public awareness of the dangers of cardiovascular diseases. Journalists of all media genres with German residence who have published an article on the topic between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016 are eligible to apply. The BNK Media Prize is endowed with 2,000 euros.

Diseases of the cardiovascular system are still the most common cause of death in Germany. It is therefore important to inform the public about high blood pressure, heart failure or cardiac arrhythmias, their symptoms and possible treatment options. In 2016, the BNK is looking for outstanding journalistic contributions that deal with heart health and the stakeholders involved - patients and cardiologists. “The media are important multipliers for the public. Well-researched, technically correct articles are therefore the be-all and end-all, and we recognize these with our media prize,” explains Dr. Heribert Brück, press spokesman for the BNK and jury member for the media prize, praised his association's commitment.

In addition to direct applications, journalists can also recommend suitable articles from colleagues. To do this, the publication including the author's contact details should be sent to the BNK. The association then speaks to the author directly and asks for their consent to apply. The application deadline is October 4th, 2016. The award will be presented at the BNK annual conference on November 26th, 2016.

Further information about the BNK Media Prize and the application documents for download can be found at: www.bnk.de/medienpreis