Advise Me
Weight Stigma and Mental Health: Why Shame Doesn’t Help
Have you ever avoided going to the doctor because you feared being told to “just lose weight”? Have you felt judged at the gym, while shopping for clothes...
Sep 09
Advise Me
Linea Nigra: What That Dark Line on Your Pregnant Belly Means
Over the last several months, your body has been going through many noticeable changes. Pregnancy can certainly do that.  But one surprising change for...
Sep 07
Better Me
5 Ways Your Diet May Affect Anxiety and Steps to Support Your Mental Health
Have you ever wondered if something you ate or drank made you feel more anxious, stressed or overwhelmed? Maybe your heart races after drinking too much...
Sep 04
Teach Me
What Is a PSA Test? What Your Results Mean for Your Prostate Health
If you have a prostate, you’ve probably heard of the PSA test. Maybe you heard about it from your doctor or maybe a friend shared that his number came...
Sep 03
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Could You Have Been Exposed to HIV? What to Do Next
If you think you’ve been exposed to HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), it’s normal to feel scared and anxious. But don’t let fear stop you from getting...
Sep 02
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School Avoidance or Back-to-School Nerves: How to Tell the Difference
Starting a new school year can bring a mix of emotions for children and teens. Some are excited to see friends, while others feel nervous about new teachers,...
Sep 02
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Are Vegetable and Bean Pastas Healthier Than Traditional Pasta
The pasta aisle has changed. Next to the familiar boxes of spaghetti, penne and fettuccine, you’ll now find chickpea pasta, lentil pasta, whole wheat pasta,...
Sep 01
Teach Me
5 Reasons Your Period Is Suddenly Heavier Than Normal
Your period has its own rhythm. You know how long it lasts, how heavy it gets and how you feel. So when something changes, it can surprise you.  While...
Aug 30
Better Me
Should I Pop a Blood Blister? Expert Advice on Safe Care
We’ve all been there. You pinch your finger in a drawer, wear a pair of shoes that rub the wrong way or drop something heavy on your toe. At first, you...
Aug 28
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Metabolic Acidosis: Symptoms, Causes and When to Seek Care
Your body works around the clock to keep everything in balance, including the acid level in your blood. When this balance is upset and acid levels become...
Aug 26
Regan Olsson

Regan Olsson

Contributing Writer

Regan Olsson is a freelance writer and editor, who specializes in nonprofit, fundraising and healthcare-related content for both print and digital mediums. Regan has worked in both for-profit and nonprofit industries serving in various marketing communications roles. She has a master’s in health communications and enjoys researching and developing copy that enlightens and empowers others. The mother of two and a proud spouse of a Marine veteran, Regan enjoys traveling with her family, reading mystery novels and sipping margaritas on the beach.