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Denise Mann, MS

Denise Mann is a freelance health writer whose articles regularly appear in WebMD, HealthDay, and other consumer health portals. She has received numerous awards, including the Arthritis Foundation's Northeast Region Prize for Online Journalism; the Excellence in Women's Health Research Journalism Award; the Journalistic Achievement Award from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; National Newsmaker of the Year by the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; the Gold Award for Best Service Journalism from the Magazine Association of the Southeast; a Bronze Award from The American Society of Healthcare Publication Editors (for a cover story she wrote in Plastic Surgery Practice magazine); and an honorable mention in the International Osteoporosis Foundation Journalism Awards. She was part of the writing team awarded a 2008 Sigma Delta Chi award for her part in a WebMD series on autism. Her first foray into health reporting was with the Medical Tribune News Service, where her articles appeared regularly in such newspapers as the Detroit Free Press, Chicago Sun-Times, Dallas Morning News, and Los Angeles Daily News. Mann received a graduate degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill., and her undergraduate degree from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. She lives in New York with her husband David; sons Teddy and Evan; and their miniature schnauzer, Perri Winkle Blu.
First lady Jill Biden delivers remarks alongside U.S. President Joe Biden prior to a performance by British singer-songwriter Sir Elton John on the South Lawn of the White House on September 23, 2022 in Washington, DC

What Is Mohs Surgery? A Dermatology Surgeon Describes Jill Biden’s Skin Cancer Procedure

Jill Biden has undergone Mohs surgery to remove a small lesion her doctor discovered during a routine skin cancer examination. What is Mohs surgery, and what does it suggest about the First Lady's health?

Tiffani Thiessen Reflects on Her Grief After Losing 3 Iconic Co-Stars: ‘Life Is Extremely Precious’

Tiffani Thiessen sat down with The Healthy @Reader's Digest about how she practices wellness at...

Monkeypox Symptoms and 7 Other Facts from Epidemiologists

Here's what to know about monkeypox after the World Health Organization declared it a public...

An Allergist Says Seasonal Allergies Really Are Worse Than Ever This Year—Here’s Why

Is this allergy season the worst ever? Recent figures suggest 50 million Americans are suffering...

‘I’m an Eye Doctor. Here’s Why You Should Consider Smart Contacts’

From allergy relief to night vision and virtual reality prescription lenses, this generation of contacts...

Here’s What Virology Experts Think About Dropped Masks on Public Transport as New Variants Spread

This week, a federal judge ruled that masks can no longer be mandated on public...

The New Covid ‘Breathalyzer’ Test: Specialists Explain Why It Could Be the Best Covid Test Yet

Last week, the FDA gave partial approval to the first-ever Covid breath test. Now, two...

Doctors Explain Aphasia: The Brain Condition Leading Bruce Willis to Retire from Acting

A renowned neurology physician and researcher provides insight on aphasia, including its causes and symptoms; while...

The New COVID-19 Variant, “BA.2″—Get 9 Facts Straight From Medical Specialists

BA.2, the new Covid-19 variant that's also referred to as "stealth Omicron," is spreading in...

Doctors Say Knowing About This Vaccine Could Cut Your Cancer Risk Significantly

The HPV vaccine has become available to more patients in recent years. The bad news?...

Create the Ultimate Meditation Space: Mindfulness Experts Share 4 Easy Ideas

Appointing a comfy spot all of its own could be just the inspiration you need...
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What’s a Parasite Cleanse? Health Pros Share Their Takes on This Trend

The "parasite cleanse" for your G.I. system has gotten popular on TikTok. This homeopathic detox...

15 Signs You May Have Already Had Covid-19, Doctors Reveal

By now, we've all known someone who's had Covid-19. Were you infected without realizing it?...
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Do You Have “Flurona”? Here’s the Only Way To Know, an Infections Expert Says

"The big question is whether flurona is deadlier than either illness alone," this UCLA infectious...
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What Is Ashwagandha? 7 Ashwagandha Benefits and Side Effects to Know

Ashwagandha is everywhere these days, touted as a miracle cure for many conditions. But where...
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Psoriatic Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Psoriatic arthritis is associated with multiple other conditions and, if it's left untreated, it can...

Can Music Help With Meditation?

Music can be integral to many types of meditation. The key is choosing music with...
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The Covid Booster and Flu Shot: Should You Get Both on the Same Day? Doctors’ Advice for the 2022-2023 Flu Season

With flu season approaching, learn what virus specialists recommend before you head out for your...
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What Is Lazy Eye?

Lazy eye or amblyopia occurs when your two eyes aren't in sync, but identifying and...
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9 Scratched Cornea Symptoms and What They Mean

Knowing the symptoms of a scratched cornea and seeking care immediately will help stave off...

10 Types of Vision Loss and What They Mean

Cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration are common causes of vision loss, but they're not the...
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Here’s Why You Get Dry Mouth at Night

From not drinking enough water throughout the day to sleeping with the AC on, there...
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Why Fully Vaccinated People Might Still Need Masks, Even with the CDC’s Updated Guidelines

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated the current recommendation on mask-wearing....
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13 Causes of Dry Mouth and the Treatments That Help

Dry mouth or xerostomia occurs when your salivary glands don't produce enough saliva to hydrate...

Is Dry Mouth a Symptom of Covid?

Out of nowhere, your mouth is bone dry. What gives? Could it be Covid-19? Maybe....