Strength training over decades linked to longer life
Loneliness linked to cognitive decline and early death
Taking breaks from sitting to move around may lower cancer risk
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may lower the need for knee replacement
Senator's death calls attention to aortic dissection
Peptides: What they are, potential benefits, and safety concerns
Atherosclerosis: Can AI help your doctor detect it?
Lose more weight and protect your heart by pairing exercise with eating fewer calories
Cardiac amyloidosis: Better detection and new treatments
American Cancer Society expands testing recommendations for colorectal cancer screening
Christina Frank
Health Writer
Christina Frank has been an editor and writer for consumer publications, medical schools, and nonprofit organizations for over 20 years. Her work has been published by The Yale School of Medicine, Tufts Medical School, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, Verywell Health, and GoodRx. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.
Posts by Christina Frank
Healthy aging and longevity
Do you spend most of your day sitting? These hip flexor stretches are for you
Healthy aging and longevity
How to treat spider bites and when you need to see your doctor
Healthy aging and longevity
Lost a tooth? What to know about dental implants
Healthy aging and longevity
Matcha: A look at possible health benefits
Mind & Mood
Depression symptoms: Recognizing common and lesser-known symptoms
Healthy aging and longevity
How to get rid of fleas: Protecting your home and pets
Diseases & Conditions
Common triggers of vasovagal syncope and how to reduce your risk of fainting
Diseases & Conditions
Anal fissures: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options
Healthy aging and longevity
Halitosis: Common causes, effective treatments, and powerful prevention for bad breath
Healthy aging and longevity
Polarized sunglasses: Protecting your eyes from harmful glare
Strength training over decades linked to longer life
Loneliness linked to cognitive decline and early death
Taking breaks from sitting to move around may lower cancer risk
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may lower the need for knee replacement
Senator's death calls attention to aortic dissection
Peptides: What they are, potential benefits, and safety concerns
Atherosclerosis: Can AI help your doctor detect it?
Lose more weight and protect your heart by pairing exercise with eating fewer calories
Cardiac amyloidosis: Better detection and new treatments
American Cancer Society expands testing recommendations for colorectal cancer screening