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

Larger Animals Get More Cancers But May Have Also Developed Anti-Cancer Defenses

Larger Animals Get More Cancers But May Have Also Developed Anti-Cancer Defenses

New research shows how animal size, and how quickly a species evolved to be their current size, impact their likelihood of getting cancer.

Larger Animals Get More Cancers But May Have Also Developed Anti-Cancer Defenses

New research shows how animal size, and how quickly a species evolved to be their current size, impact their likelihood of getting cancer.

Global Breast Cancer Deaths Projected to Increase 68% By 2050

Global Breast Cancer Deaths Projected to Increase 68% By 2050

A recent comprehensive report shows that, if current trends continue, breast cancer's impact will be felt even more.

Global Breast Cancer Deaths Projected to Increase 68% By 2050

A recent comprehensive report shows that, if current trends continue, breast cancer's impact will be felt even more.

10 Fun Facts About the World's Tiniest Dog Breed, the Chihuahua

10 Fun Facts About the World's Tiniest Dog Breed, the Chihuahua

Chihuahuas are so tiny, you can fit them in your pocket. Their personalities, though, would need a much bigger container.

10 Fun Facts About the World's Tiniest Dog Breed, the Chihuahua

Chihuahuas are so tiny, you can fit them in your pocket. Their personalities, though, would need a much bigger container.

Breast Cancer Survivors Who Pause Hormone Therapy for Pregnancy Aren't Resuming it Later

Breast Cancer Survivors Who Pause Hormone Therapy for Pregnancy Aren't Resuming it Later

For patients wanting to have children, it may be necessary to pause the treatment and then resume it after their child is born.

Breast Cancer Survivors Who Pause Hormone Therapy for Pregnancy Aren't Resuming it Later

For patients wanting to have children, it may be necessary to pause the treatment and then resume it after their child is born.

Already Flashy Bird Species Also Found to Be Biofluorescent

Already Flashy Bird Species Also Found to Be Biofluorescent

Many male birds are known for their showy displays while trying to attract mates, and a new study indicates they may have another trick up their fabulous sleeves.

Already Flashy Bird Species Also Found to Be Biofluorescent

Many male birds are known for their showy displays while trying to attract mates, and a new study indicates they may have another trick up their fabulous sleeves.

Yogurt Consumption Lowers Risk of a Certain Type of Colorectal Cancer, Study Finds

Yogurt Consumption Lowers Risk of a Certain Type of Colorectal Cancer, Study Finds

Scientists are trying to identify risk-lowering factors, and one of them may be down to how often you eat a breakfast staple. 

Yogurt Consumption Lowers Risk of a Certain Type of Colorectal Cancer, Study Finds

Scientists are trying to identify risk-lowering factors, and one of them may be down to how often you eat a breakfast staple.