Can thanks heal hearts? Will virtual reality lead to better brain surgeries? Are DNA-based diets a whole lot of hype or the next phase of nutrition? While searching for answers to these types of head-scratchers, I've written everything from short, snappy articles to long-form narrative features. Here are a few samples.
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NPR 7.26.19

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​Want to Feel Happier Today? Try Talking to a Stranger

Happiness seems kind of like a leaky tire on a car, says one researcher. We need to keep pumping it up a bit to maintain it. Here’s why the people we don’t know can help boost our mood. 
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The Saturday Evening Post 6.19.18


​How Keeping a Gratitude Journal Can Literally Heal Your Heart

Science has shown that placing greater emphasis on the positive aspects of our lives can lead to everything from reduced anxiety to improved relationships. But could thanks also be good for our hearts? 
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Bio-IT World 3.14.18


​Flu Déjà vu 

A century after influenza terrorized the planet, could a harsh flu season and the looming threat of another pandemic nudge us closer to a “universal" vaccine?
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Sierra 9.24.18


​Awe is a Skill You Can Cultivate

Some adventures, like space travel or a trip to the Grand Canyon, tend to evoke a sense of awe for most. But there are simple steps you can take to have awe(some) experiences more regularly.
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Men's Health 11.27.18


Are You Blowing Your Nose All Wrong? 

Aggressive blowing could lead to some pretty nasty consequences. Here's how to clear your nose like the pros.
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Club Industry 7.18.16


​Pump Up the Jam or Turn Down that Music

​Experts weigh in on noise issues facing the health club industry and suggest possible remedies.
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Clinical Informatics News 11.16.16


​Reaching the Remote

As telehealth continues to evolve, new methods have emerged to care for rural and underserved communities. Can outdated regulations and lingering connectivity issues be overcome in order to catch up with these capabilities?
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Psychology Today 3.1.18


​When Teens Bully Themselves

Research reveals that a surprising number of adolescents use social media to post, send, or share demeaning messages about themselves. Here's how parents and other adults can step in and offer support.
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Diagnostics World News 2.21.17


​Is Watson Playing Sherlock?

Following "Jeopardy!" success, artificial intelligence moves on to medical mysteries.
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First Report Managed Care 4.13.16


​Demands of Dementia 

Why one professor of medicine would dole out an “F” on America’s dementia care report card, and how that failing grade might be improved.
Want to see more? I've written hundreds of articles for dozens of publications and would be glad to share additional samples at your request.