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Cathy Cassata

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Covers:  Health, wellness, mental health, medical news, human behavior, psychology, science, inspirational people, human interest.
Doesn't Cover: Educational or academic writing.
Health & Wellness Writer (@Healthline @Verywell @Health_Com_) I write about health and mental health to inspire & inform. Cassatastyle@yahoo.com

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Cathy Cassata’s Biography

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I have a passion for writing about health, mental health, medical news and inspirational people.

I write with emotion to get to the heart of the matter while also providing insightful information for readers.

I regularly write for several websites, including Healthline, Verywell, Psych Central, Everyday Health, and Chicago Health.

I have interviewed hundreds of experts from a wide range of backgrounds, including physicians, psychologists, sociologists, researchers, and more.

I am versed in …

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The (Mandatory) School Supplies That Money Can't Buy

The (Mandatory) School Supplies That Money Can't Buy

As kids head back to school, the pandemic fuels challenges. But there are ways to help make the transition go…

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How 2 Women Found a Path to Healing After Experiencing Extreme Trauma

How 2 Women Found a Path to Healing After Experiencing Extreme Trauma

Helaina Hovitz Regal and Angela Rose experienced trauma that affected their mental and physical health for ye…

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My Partner Won't Get Vaccinated - What Can I Do?

My Partner Won't Get Vaccinated - What Can I Do?

If you're in a relationship with a partner who is hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine, experts say th…

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Should Mental Health Checks Be Required Before Buying a Gun?

Should Mental Health Checks Be Required Before Buying a Gun?

2020 was the deadliest year in two decades for gun violence, taking the lives of nearly 20,000 Americans, acc…

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Attachment Styles in Children Can Finally Be Measured

Attachment Styles in Children Can Finally Be Measured

According to new research, your child's attachment style can now be determined using a computer game, opening…

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People Less Likely to Be Vaccinated When Facebook Is Main News Source

People Less Likely to Be Vaccinated When Facebook Is Main News Source

A new survey says that people who get most of their news through Facebook may be less likely to be vaccinated…

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How Living with PMOS Affects This Doctor’s Approach to Care

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By Cathy Cassata Verified
| healthgrades.com
Janelle Duah, MD, (pictured above) says living with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) has shaped the way she approaches patient care and treatment. Janelle Duah, MD, says being diagnosed with PCOS as a teenager shaped the way she cares for patients today. After trying multiple treatments, Duah says GLP-1 medication helped address the underlying metabolic dysfunction driving her PCOS symptoms.
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24 Conversation Starters to Help Turn Acquaintances Into Lasting Friendships

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By Cathy Cassata Verified, Rachel Goldman
| Verywell Mind
Making new friends can feel awkward, but asking good questions can help conversations feel natural. Credit: Verywell Mind / Getty Images Asking intentional questions can increase how much you’re liked, research shows. Showing curiosity and listening helps people feel valued and heard during conversations. Light, general, open-ended questions can build bonds, while deeper questions may work better after trust and comfort grow over time.
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Heart Failure Care Was Hours Away in Rural Missouri. Remote Monitoring Changed That

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By Cathy Cassata Verified
| Healthline Verified
Share on Pinterest After a heart attack left Angie Lindsey (right) with heart failure, a remote monitoring device helped her care team manage her condition from afar, making specialized care more accessible from her rural Missouri home. After surviving a heart attack, Angie Lindsey developed heart failure that required her to travel hours from her rural Missouri home for specialized care.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

You know it. I have fond memories of typing and using Wite-Out more than once in a sitting.

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

I use my laptop daily and mostly work in Word. I post my stories to Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

What's your favorite social network?

I'm dating myself, but I'm into Facebook. I love the ability to click on stories and also see and hear what friends are up to.