Can a routine vaccine prevent dementia?
Some adults may need a measles booster shot. Who should get one and why?
Less butter, more plant oils, longer life?
Healthier planet, healthier people
Counting steps is good — is combining steps and heart rate better?
Appendix pain: Could it be appendicitis?
Can saw palmetto treat an enlarged prostate?
How does Ozempic work? Understanding GLP-1s for diabetes, weight loss, and beyond
Zinc: What it does for the body, and the best food sources
Respiratory health harms often follow flooding: Taking these steps can help
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
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
Staying Healthy
Hidden causes of weight gain
Staying Healthy
What color is your tongue? What's healthy, what's not?
Staying Healthy
How to avoid this common pickleball injury
Can a routine vaccine prevent dementia?
Some adults may need a measles booster shot. Who should get one and why?
Less butter, more plant oils, longer life?
Healthier planet, healthier people
Counting steps is good — is combining steps and heart rate better?
Appendix pain: Could it be appendicitis?
Can saw palmetto treat an enlarged prostate?
How does Ozempic work? Understanding GLP-1s for diabetes, weight loss, and beyond
Zinc: What it does for the body, and the best food sources
Respiratory health harms often follow flooding: Taking these steps can help
