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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?