UPI – Taking the Pulse of Health Care Trailer from Mind & Media, Inc. on Vimeo.

On March 22^nd, United Press International will be launching a video journalism series produced by Mind & Media called “Taking the Pulse of Health Care.”  These documentary style interviews will focus on individuals affected by the shortcomings of America’s health care system.

This isn’t a standard news editorial piece, but rather, it is an interactive news feature.  Viewers will be able to post video feedback on the piece using a standard computer webcam and microphone using an interface that is as simple as clicking one button!  Countless news sites allow text responses following articles, so we’re taking that idea one step further.

Health care reform is an emotional topic for many. We’re aiming to let participants in the discussion communicate their emotion by sharing their voice, body language, and eye contact with the audience, instead of just posting text.

At Mind & Media, we’re always looking for new and creative ways to inspire action in our audience.

See the trailer here: http://www.vimeo.com/9507346 and check out the series on www.UPI.com on March 22