Recent Blog Articles
Veins are a key player in the body: Here's why
Do toddler formulas deliver on nutrition claims?
Holiday arguments brewing? Here's how to defuse them
What does a birth doula do?
Cellulitis: How long does it take to heal on legs?
21 spices for healthy holiday foods
What to do when driving skills decline
A tough question: When should an older driver stop driving?
3 ways to create community and counter loneliness
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Heidi Godman
Executive Editor, Harvard Health Letter
Heidi Godman is the executive editor of the Harvard Health Letter. Before coming to the Health Letter, she was an award-winning television news anchor and medical reporter for 25 years. Heidi was named a journalism fellow of the American Academy of Neurology, and has been honored by the Associated Press, the American Heart Association, the Wellness Community, and other organizations for outstanding medical reporting. Heidi holds a bachelor of science degree in journalism from West Virginia University.
Posts by Heidi Godman
Cancer
Quick bursts of activity tied to reduced cancer risks in people who don't exercise
Mind & Mood
Loneliness vs. isolation: Which one is worse?
Staying Healthy
Curcumin supplements might ease meal-related discomfort
Diseases & Conditions
Holiday joy can bring painful joint inflammation
Diseases & Conditions
CPAP machines and masks: Which ones are right for you?
Staying Healthy
Stopping a medication? Check first, quit safer
Exercise & Fitness
3 easy ways to strengthen your shoulders
Staying Healthy
Warding off germs this winter: What's helpful, what's not
Staying Healthy
UK study confirms Mediterranean lifestyle benefits
Mind & Mood
Does poor sleep diminish the cognitive benefits of exercise?
Mind & Mood
10 ways to find purpose in life
Mind & Mood
"Unsticking" sticky thoughts
Staying Healthy
Injuries and blood thinners: How to stop bleeding
Staying Healthy
Large study finds the sweet spot for daily step goals
Staying Healthy
Insider tips for a smooth recovery from cataract surgery
Pain
Winter activity workarounds for hands that hurt
Diseases & Conditions
Which skin creams are most effective for eczema?
Staying Healthy
Try this natural remedy to stay regular
Heart Health
Are you missing out on this crucial cardiovascular therapy?
Heart Health
Harvard study: Even weekend warriors achieve heart benefits
Staying Healthy
Ways to maximize your energy
Staying Healthy
The latest in medical alert systems
Staying Healthy
Do these activities hurt your knees?
Staying Healthy
Decoding medication instructions
Recent Blog Articles
Veins are a key player in the body: Here's why
Do toddler formulas deliver on nutrition claims?
Holiday arguments brewing? Here's how to defuse them
What does a birth doula do?
Cellulitis: How long does it take to heal on legs?
21 spices for healthy holiday foods
What to do when driving skills decline
A tough question: When should an older driver stop driving?
3 ways to create community and counter loneliness
Opill: Is this new birth control pill right for you?
