Michelle Milliken

Michelle Milliken

Michelle has a journalism degree and has spent more than seven years working in broadcast news. She's also been known to write some silly stuff for humor websites. When she's not writing, she's probably getting lost in nature, with a fully-stocked backpack, of course.

Articles by Michelle Milliken

This World Elephant Day, Learn More About Threats to Elephants and How You Can Help

This World Elephant Day, Learn More About Threa...

Elephant populations used to be plentiful across Africa and Asia. In fact, in Africa, their numbers were as high as 10 million in 1930. Now, though, that figure has fallen...

This World Elephant Day, Learn More About Threa...

Elephant populations used to be plentiful across Africa and Asia. In fact, in Africa, their numbers were as high as 10 million in 1930. Now, though, that figure has fallen...

As Fires and Heatwaves Hit Greece, You've Helped Us Rescue Impacted Wildlife

As Fires and Heatwaves Hit Greece, You've Helpe...

Wildfire season is getting more intense everywhere, especially in Greece. The country’s warm, dry summers already made fires likely, but stronger heat waves and more prolonged dry spells are intensifying their...

As Fires and Heatwaves Hit Greece, You've Helpe...

Wildfire season is getting more intense everywhere, especially in Greece. The country’s warm, dry summers already made fires likely, but stronger heat waves and more prolonged dry spells are intensifying their...

New Discovery About the Teeth of Endangered Komodo Dragons May Help Us Learn About Dinosaurs

New Discovery About the Teeth of Endangered Kom...

The Komodo dragon, the largest living lizard, usually tips the scales at around 150 pounds, though they have been observed at more than twice that size. They are also predatory,...

New Discovery About the Teeth of Endangered Kom...

The Komodo dragon, the largest living lizard, usually tips the scales at around 150 pounds, though they have been observed at more than twice that size. They are also predatory,...

Risk of Breast Cancer Found to Be Much Lower Following BRCA-Linked Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

Risk of Breast Cancer Found to Be Much Lower Fo...

Having BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations is known to substantially increase a person’s risk of breast cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, between 55% and 72% of women with a...

Risk of Breast Cancer Found to Be Much Lower Fo...

Having BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations is known to substantially increase a person’s risk of breast cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, between 55% and 72% of women with a...

Orphaned Weeks-Old Walrus is Getting Round-the-Clock Care to Help Her Survive

Orphaned Weeks-Old Walrus is Getting Round-the-...

Pacific walruses can grow up to 12 feet long and weigh up to 4,000 pounds. One substantially smaller than that, though, was just rescued in Alaska.

Orphaned Weeks-Old Walrus is Getting Round-the-...

Pacific walruses can grow up to 12 feet long and weigh up to 4,000 pounds. One substantially smaller than that, though, was just rescued in Alaska.

Depression in Breast Cancer Patients Lowers Survival Chances, Study Finds

Depression in Breast Cancer Patients Lowers Sur...

Depression is common among cancer patients, impacting roughly 1 in 4 people diagnosed with the disease. It can strike patients at different stages, as well, including after treatment is over. A...

Depression in Breast Cancer Patients Lowers Sur...

Depression is common among cancer patients, impacting roughly 1 in 4 people diagnosed with the disease. It can strike patients at different stages, as well, including after treatment is over. A...