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

Walkable Neighborhoods May Lower the Risk of Obesity-Related Cancers, Including Breast Cancer

Walkable Neighborhoods May Lower the Risk of Ob...

Making neighborhoods more walkable provides environmental and community benefits. The health benefits may be substantial, too.

Walkable Neighborhoods May Lower the Risk of Ob...

Making neighborhoods more walkable provides environmental and community benefits. The health benefits may be substantial, too.

Most People Know Fallen Leaves Help Animals, But They're Still Clearing Them Out, Study Finds

Most People Know Fallen Leaves Help Animals, Bu...

Leaf litter is key to winter survival for bumble bees, birds, and even the occasional hedgehog.

Most People Know Fallen Leaves Help Animals, Bu...

Leaf litter is key to winter survival for bumble bees, birds, and even the occasional hedgehog.

Getting Some Extra Fiber May Combat Chemo Brain, According to New Research

Getting Some Extra Fiber May Combat Chemo Brain...

Scientists say it has to do with the gut brain axis.

Getting Some Extra Fiber May Combat Chemo Brain...

Scientists say it has to do with the gut brain axis.

Fat Bear Week Winner Crowned, She's a Protective Mama Who Enjoys Midnight Snacks

Fat Bear Week Winner Crowned, She's a Protectiv...

Grazer is known to go fishing at night. It's helped her maintain her girlish figure.

Fat Bear Week Winner Crowned, She's a Protectiv...

Grazer is known to go fishing at night. It's helped her maintain her girlish figure.

Could Our Fingers Help Diagnose Alzheimer's? A Finger Tapping Test Shows Promise

Could Our Fingers Help Diagnose Alzheimer's? A ...

If you're reading this on a device, you may have spent the last several minutes tapping your fingers. Could that action provide Alzheimer's clues? A new study investigated.

Could Our Fingers Help Diagnose Alzheimer's? A ...

If you're reading this on a device, you may have spent the last several minutes tapping your fingers. Could that action provide Alzheimer's clues? A new study investigated.

Despite Many Cancer Caregivers Experiencing Distress, Study Finds They're Rarely Screened for It

Despite Many Cancer Caregivers Experiencing Dis...

Serving as a caregiver for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also impact your mental health. New research shows it's not very common for cancer care practices...

Despite Many Cancer Caregivers Experiencing Dis...

Serving as a caregiver for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also impact your mental health. New research shows it's not very common for cancer care practices...