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
Jennifer Fisher, MMSc, PA-C
Health Writer
Jennifer is a board-certified physician assistant. She earned her bachelor of science in kinesiology at James Madison University, then went on to obtain her master of medical science at Tufts University School of Medicine, where she completed the physician assistant program. Jennifer has clinical experience in general and cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery, and hospitalist medicine. In addition to her clinical work as a PA in dermatology, Jennifer works in medical writing. Jennifer is a member of the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA), American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), and Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA).
Posts by Jennifer Fisher, MMSc, PA-C
Mind & Mood
Panic attacks: Recognizing and managing panic attacks and preventing future attacks
Mind & Mood
Social anxiety disorder: Treatments and tips for managing this challenging condition
digital first content
Sun poisoning symptoms: Signs you've had too much sun
Diseases & Conditions
Vitamins, minerals, and hair loss: Is there a connection?
Diseases & Conditions
Sepsis symptoms: Recognizing the need for urgent medical care
Diseases & Conditions
What is lymphedema?
Diseases & Conditions
Demystifying hyperpigmentation: Causes, types, and effective treatments
Diseases & Conditions
Dyshidrotic eczema: Effective management strategies
Diseases & Conditions
Navigating hidradenitis suppurativa
Diseases & Conditions
Perioral dermatitis: Symptoms, treatment, and prevention
Diseases & Conditions
Keratosis pilaris: Treatment and self-care for this common skin condition
Mind & Mood
Maladaptive daydreaming: What it is and how to stop it
Mind & Mood
5 stages of grief: Coping with the loss of a loved one
Staying Healthy
Fall prevention: Strategies to help keep you from falling down
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
