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Melinda Wenner Moyer

Melinda Wenner Moyer

Contributing Writer, Freelancer at The New York Times Online

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    • Biology/Microbiology
    • Demographics
    • Health & Medicine
    • Science

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    Recent Articles

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    Do Hair Growth Supplements Work?

    Online, videos abound of people saying the supplements make hair thicker, healthier and shinier. Do they really?
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    Why Can’t I Get This Song Out of My Head?

    Here’s why earworms are never gonna give you up.
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    What to Know About the Risk of Food Poisoning From Listeria

    Soft cheeses, salad dressings and other foods have all been recently recalled amid concern they are contaminated with the bacteria.
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    Why Is My C-Section Scar Painful, Itchy and Sometimes Smelly?

    Why Is My C-Section Scar Painful, Itchy and Sometimes Smelly?
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    Why Salmonella Makes So Many People Sick

    The bacteria are a leading cause of food poisoning. Here’s how to avoid an infection.
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    Swish, Spit, Repeat: Is Oil Pulling Good for Your Teeth?

    Swish, Spit, Repeat: Is Oil Pulling Good for Your Teeth?
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    Is It Safe to Exercise When the Air Is Smoky?

    The answer depends on your overall health, along with the length and intensity of your workout.
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    Is That Water Too Polluted to Swim in? (Published 2023)

    Taking a dip at the wrong time or place can make you sick — here’s what to look out for.
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    How to Work Out Safely in the Heat (Published 2023)

    As record-breaking temperatures continue, can you still exercise outside? Possibly, but you have to be careful.
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    Does Stress Cause Ulcers? Here’s What Evidence Suggests

    Here’s what the evidence suggests about this long-running claim.
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    E. Coli Has Been Found in Ground Beef and Walnuts. Here’s What to K...

    The bacteria sickens an estimated 265,000 Americans each year.
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    How Much Advil Is Too Much?

    Ibuprofen can be a blessing for those with aches and pains, but overdoing it poses serious risks.
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    How Much Water Do I Need to Drink?

    Your water needs change as you age, and can also depend on your exercise habits and even where you live.
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    What Happens to My Body During Dry January?

    The physical benefits are likely numerous. But there may be psychological ones, too.
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    Why Do Women Get More Headaches Than Men?

    Hormones may be the most obvious culprit, but other factors can be at play.
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    3 Ways to Unlock Your ‘Hidden Potential’: Takeaways From Adam Grant...

    In his new book, the organizational psychologist Adam Grant shares counterintuitive strategies for higher achievement.
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    Do You Really Need to Shower Every Day?

    There is no standard approach. Here’s how to figure out the right frequency for you.
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    Can My Dog Make Me Sick? (Published 2023)

    While dog lovers cherish their pets’ affection, those licks and nips can potentially spread harmful germs.
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    How to Care for Your Kid’s Teeth (Published 2023)

    When that first tooth emerges, start brushing — and other advice from pediatric dentists.
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    Does Vitamin C Actually Help Your Skin? (Published 2023)

    Here’s what dermatologists say about this trendy ingredient.
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    Demonizing Social Media Isn’t the Answer to Online Safety, a New Bo...

    One expert says parents should emphasize the importance of digital literacy and privacy, but bans and heavy surveillance don’t work.