Chronic illness. An ectopic pregnancy. The burden and brightness of caregiving. Our Bad Medicine finalists brought unexpected, visceral takes on our September 2026 theme, and we’re so pleased to announce these winners. Their work will be published on our website at the end of October. Thank you for trusting us with your work!
First place
“The Body Remembers” by Barbara A. Thomas
Second place
“Vampire Diaries—An Ectopic Meditation” by Caroline Williams
Third place
“Snapshot: Hospital Bathroom, February 2026” by F.E. Sackett
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