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Maria Masters

Contributing Health Writer

Maria Masters is a contributing editor and writer for Everyday Health.

In addition to her work at Everyday Health, Masters is a contributing editor and writer for What to Expect and has held positions at Men's Health and Family Circle. Her work has appeared in Health, Prevention.com, Men'sJournal.com, and HGTV Magazine, among numerous other print and digital publications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, University of Pittsburgh

Best Health Tip

Laughter is the best medicine.

Latest Work

A Hepatitis C Doctor Looks Back on How Treatment Has Changed

People who have hepatitis C and inject drugs have struggled to get treatment for the virus. Here’s how one doctor has helped fight the stigma.

By October 24, 2023

‘Skin Care Is My Self-Care’: How a Beauty Blogger Manages Eczema

For beauty blogger Dana Sellers, a good skin-care routine goes beyond soothing eczema or covering up a flare; it’s self-care. Here, she shares her story...

By September 22, 2023

What It’s Like to Do Self-Injections for Crohn’s Disease

Today, Crohn’s injections are easy to administer — and relatively painless. Here’s what you can expect and how to make the process easier.

By August 15, 2023

Blending Science With Art: One Artist’s Journey With Crohn’s Disease

Suzanne Hellums, an artist who has Crohn’s disease, blends her love of chemistry and art to create stunning pictures and prints for ArtLifting.

By August 15, 2023

What Is Triple X Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Triple X syndrome is a genetic disorder in which a female carries an extra X chromosome in each of her cells. It can be diagnosed prenatally or after ...

By May 30, 2023

What Is Hepatitis B? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It can be either acute or chronic. Vaccines can offer protection.

By April 4, 2023

8 Warning Signs of Type 2 Diabetes

Learn the most common symptoms of type 2 diabetes — such as increased thirst, urinary frequency, yeast infections, and blurred vision — to help you and...

By April 2, 2023

10 Ways to Navigate Psoriasis at Work

Psoriasis can create many challenges on the job, especially when you have flares. Here’s how to deal with common work-related situations and manage psoriasis...

By March 14, 2023

More Than Skin Deep: How Psoriasis Can Affect Bones

If you have psoriasis, you can also be at risk for bone problems. Find out how to lower your risk for osteoporosis and osteopenia.

By March 14, 2023

What Is Ear Pain? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Earaches are often caused by ear infections, but there are a number of other common causes.

By March 13, 2023

What Is Vestibular Neuritis? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Vestibular neuritis is an inflammation of a nerve in the inner ear. This infection can be viral or bacterial and cause sudden, severe vertigo.

By March 12, 2023

16 Ways to Modify Your Home if You Have Diabetic Macular Edema

Here’s a room-by-room guide to making your home safer if you have diabetic macular edema (DME) and low vision.

By March 7, 2023

6 Gadgets That Make Life With Diabetic Macular Edema Easier

If you have DME, you may need the assistance of some low-vision devices to help you perform everyday tasks more easily.

By March 7, 2023

What Is Wallenberg Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Wallenberg syndrome, the most common posterior ischemic stroke syndrome, is often caused by a brain-stem stroke and can lead to neurological problems....

By February 26, 2023

What Is Aspergillosis? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

The fungus Aspergillus fumigatus causes allergic diseases, respiratory illnesses, and bloodstream infections.

By February 7, 2023

What Is Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS, is a condition in which your heart rate speeds up by 30 beats per minute or more when you stand up...

By February 6, 2023

What Is Bird (Avian) Flu? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Bird flu, or avian flu, is an infectious viral illness that can be passed from birds to humans.

By January 3, 2023

What Is Norovirus? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes an inflammation or infection of the stomach and intestines, often called acute gastroenteritis.

By December 31, 2022

What Are Your Odds of Getting HIV?

Learn about the risk of getting HIV from anal sex, vaginal sex, oral sex, and shared needles — plus the most effective ways to prevent transmission.

By December 2, 2022

8 Best Fruits for a Diabetes-Friendly Diet

Fruits aren't forbidden when you have diabetes. Certain fruits are good for diabetics and are perfect for your diabetic diet.

By November 23, 2022

Type 2 Diabetes During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A 2021 Special Report

Everyday Health surveyed more than 400 people who have type 2 diabetes to learn how COVID-19 has affected their lives and care. Here’s what they had to...

By November 29, 2021

Psoriasis Awareness: A 2021 Special Report

A 2021 special report by Everyday Health found that the COVID-19 pandemic has made it harder for people with psoriasis to manage their symptoms and prevent...

By August 16, 2021