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188 Health Journalists from Renowned Health Media
Our curated list of top health journalists for 2025 brings you professionals who excel in reporting on health and wellness topics. They have been selected based on the impact of their articles, their publication frequency, and the credibility of their platforms in the health sector. Accurate and up-to-date journalist profiles help you craft pitches that are both timely and highly relevant to ongoing health discussions and innovations.
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André Picard is Canada’s preeminent health journalist, shaping national discourse through his award-winning columns in The Globe and Mail and bestselling books. With a career spanning 38 years, he combines investigative depth with a commitment to social equity, specializing in public health policy, elder care reforms, and infectious disease management.
Top American scientists just lost their jobs. Canada is rolling out the welcome mat.
The health secretary had promised “radical transparency,” but fired communications teams in the Health and Human Services Department.
Neglected No More: The Urgent Need to Improve the Lives of Canada's Elders in the Wake of a Pandemic
Annabelle Collins is the Health Service Journal’s deputy bureau chief specializing in NHS mental health policy, patient safety failures, and workforce challenges. With 10+ years’ experience, her work drives national debates on healthcare funding equity.
As senior health editor at Reader's Digest Canada and contributor to MSN Canada's lifestyle verticals, Brett Walther has become synonymous with practical, evidence-based wellness coverage. His 15-year career demonstrates particular strengths in:
Successful story angles often combine:
"The best pitches help readers see their daily choices as building blocks for lifelong wellness" - From Walther's 2024 Canadian Living editorial memo
At FOX 32 Chicago, Brian Jackson has mastered the art of blending hard news with community narratives. His coverage areas span three key pillars:
Successful pitches to Jackson typically include:
As a health journalist and recipe developer, Wolff creates content at the intersection of nutritional science and emotional well-being. Her work primarily appears through:
“My recipes aren’t meant to fulfill dietary restrictions. They’re about nourishment and joy in equal measure.”
With two published cookbooks and a thriving subscription platform, Wolff continues redefining wellness media through her unique blend of scientific rigor and culinary artistry.
Carly Weeks brings nearly two decades of health journalism experience to her current roles as TIME contributor and healthcare communications executive. Her work consistently bridges individual wellness strategies with systemic policy analysis.
pediatric health, pharmaceutical development
With over 30 years at the BBC, Caroline Wyatt has mastered the art of cross-beat storytelling, currently focusing on health policy and military affairs. Her Saturday PM programme segments on BBC Radio 4 attract 2.3 million weekly listeners, blending investigative rigor with human-centered narratives.
“Wyatt’s 2019 MS Society article became required reading in NHS policy workshops, influencing the 2021 National Disability Strategy.” – Health Service Journal
This Melbourne-based freelancer (currently on Denmark assignment) crafts narratives that sit at the health-policy-culture intersection. Her 2025 Sydney Morning Herald mortgage analysis demonstrates rare skill in making actuarial tables emotionally resonant.
"Every policy failure is someone’s daily reality – our job is to measure the gap between those truths."
Home buyers could save almost $300 a month on their mortgage by adding 10 years to loan life
‘We had nothing to lose, no pride, no ego’: Why these 20-somethings became mayors
ADHD is much more than a disorder of naughty boys – new clinical guidelines are hoping to help
Executive Editor at The Pharmaceutical Journal focusing on:
Catherine Ho is a leading voice in health care journalism, specializing in the economic, medical, and policy forces shaping patient experiences. Based in San Francisco, her reporting for the Chronicle has illuminated critical issues like hospital pricing disparities, dementia risk factors, and preventive care breakthroughs.
Ho prioritizes data-driven stories with systemic implications. Successful pitches often:
Sutter Health charged 30% more than other hospitals, new study finds
How does marital status impact dementia risk? The answer may be changing
Getting shingles vaccine can cut risk of dementia, new Stanford-led study says
Charlotte Cripps (Senior Culture Writer, The Independent) specializes in dissecting how societal shifts impact personal lives. Her beat spans health, lifestyle, and culture, with a focus on:
Notable Achievements:
Chloe Gray (Women's Health UK, Marie Claire, Stylist) is a leading voice in health equity reporting, specializing in the intersection of women's physiology and systemic barriers to care. Her work bridges clinical research, fitness innovation, and workplace policy reform.
People with endometriosis earn less – after my diagnostic surgery I couldn’t work for weeks. Here’s why workplaces must do better'
Trust me, I'm a fitness trainer - why the 5-10-15 workout could be the most efficient way to improve strength and fitness'
The real reason why you keep getting a stitch when running'
With 35+ years crafting award-winning narratives, Chris Johnston specializes in:
Johnston prioritizes pitches that reveal:
Peer support: how ordinary Ohioans are helping others break mental health barriers
New gene therapy helps patients with rare disease. One mother wouldn’t have it any other way.
$1.25 million Edna House expansion fills recovery gap, adds long-term housing
As Whitehall Editor for The Times, Chris Smyth operates at the critical intersection of UK health policy and political strategy. With over a decade of experience, he has become the definitive voice on how Westminster decisions translate to hospital corridors and household budgets.
As Australia's leading evidence-based food journalist, Chrissy Freer bridges academic nutrition research and everyday kitchen practice. Her work in Healthy Food Guide and Taste magazine focuses on:
Freer seeks stories that:
"The future of food journalism lies in translating biomarkers into breakfast choices."
As Fitness Director at SELF Magazine, Christa Sgobba has redefined how mainstream audiences engage with exercise science and preventive health. With 10+ years at top publications including Men’s Health and Runner’s World, she brings uncommon depth to wellness coverage.
“Her work transforms complex research into actionable consumer guidance.” - 2024 National Health Journalism Award Committee
Christine Cronau stands as Australia’s foremost investigative nutrition journalist, combining academic credentials (MPH Nutrition, University of Queensland) with bestselling authorship. Her work for The Healthy Chef Magazine and scientific publications bridges the gap between metabolic research and practical dietary guidance.
"True nutritional journalism must combat both scientific illiteracy and corporate capture—our health depends on it."
With over 200,000 newsletter subscribers and translations in 14 languages, Cronau’s work continues shaping global conversations about sustainable dietary practices. Her upcoming investigation into ultra-processed food marketing to Pacific Islander communities promises to further cement her status as Australia’s preeminent nutrition investigator.
As a senior health journalist at Thomson Reuters, Naylor deciphers complex healthcare regulations for legal and medical professionals. Her JD background informs rigorous analysis of:
Successful story ideas should:
Ciara McGinley has emerged as the UK's leading wellness journalist through her unique synthesis of meditation expertise and rigorous health reporting. Currently contributing to Good Housekeeping, Woman & Home, and Marie Claire UK, her work focuses on three core areas:
With her dual expertise as a certified meditation teacher and health editor, McGinley occupies a unique position at the intersection of traditional wellness wisdom and technological innovation. Her work continues to shape consumer understanding of achievable mindfulness in modern lifestyles.
I tried the Oura Ring for a month - here's what I learnt about this celebrity-favourite fitness tracker
This app promises to be game-changing for your sleep and energy levels - what I thought after testing for a month
How to practice manifestation before sleep
Daniel Chang is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist specializing in healthcare access and policy implementation gaps across the American South. As KFF Health News’ Florida correspondent since 2022, his work informs national debates on Medicaid reform, rural healthcare infrastructure, and public health communication.
Debbie Andalo combines rigorous policy analysis with human-centered storytelling across health and social care. Currently contributing to The Guardian and specialist publications, her work focuses on three key areas:
Andalo prioritizes stories with:
"The best pitches help me connect policy dots while keeping real people's experiences central."
Deborah Kotz is an award-winning health and science journalist currently contributing to Medical Xpress and Newswise, where she reports on precision medicine, genomic research, and biomedical funding landscapes. With a career spanning The Boston Globe, U.S. News & World Report, and other major outlets, she has become a trusted voice in translating complex medical advancements into public knowledge.
Kotz’s work has directly influenced NIH funding priorities and patient advocacy strategies, earning recognition from the National Association of Science Writers and Association of Health Care Journalists. She maintains a rigorous focus on evidence-based reporting, making her pieces essential reading for clinicians and policymakers alike.
Largest Genome-Wide Association Study Uncovers New Drug Targets and Potential Therapies for Osteoarthritis
$12.75M MPower Grant To Spur Biomedical Advances At 4MLK
Chronic Inflammatory Skin Conditions and Precision Medicine
Senior editor at HealthLeaders Media specializing in physician practice sustainability. Over 15 years documenting healthcare's operational evolution from ACA implementation to digital transformation.
Prioritize solutions addressing:
- Independent practice financial viability
- Clinician burnout reduction through tech
- Patient retention in competitive markets
With 18 years at The Guardian, Campbell has become the UK's preeminent decoder of healthcare policy complexities. His work sits at the intersection of:
"The journalist every Health Minister reads before breakfast" - The Health Service Journal, 2024
Dennis Thompson is a senior health reporter at HealthDay, where he’s covered critical public health issues since 2015. With a master’s in mass communication and two decades of journalism experience, he specializes in translating complex medical research into actionable consumer insights.
Seniors Who Split: Rates of 'Gray Divorce' Have Tripled Since 1990
Fatal Opioid-Meth Overdoses Have Fallen in U.S. by More Than a Third
Use of cutting-edge weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound has increased dramatically among people with type 1 diabetes
As Deputy Editor of Parents Magazine, Diane Debrovner has become one of America’s most trusted voices on child development and family dynamics. Her work bridges academic research and real-world parenting challenges, with particular focus on:
When approaching Debrovner, consider:
Her upcoming middle-grade novel Roxie in Color (Candlewick Press, 2026) further establishes her expertise in childhood narratives.
As Men's Health Fitness Director, Samuel shapes global training trends through:
As a leading voice at The Bump and 15+ national publications, Elena Donovan Mauer specializes in translating medical guidance into practical parenting advice. Her work bridges clinical expertise with real-world application, particularly in these areas:
"Elena’s work has become required reading in our prenatal classes – she makes ACOG guidelines feel accessible without dumbing them down." - Dr. Rebecca Myers, Mount Sinai Parenting Center
Elisabeth Mahase is an award-winning health journalist at The BMJ, where she specializes in translating complex medical research into actionable insights for healthcare professionals. With a background in biomedical science and science communication, her work focuses on three core areas:
"Journalism is something you can learn through persistent effort - it's not some innate talent."
With 38 years at the Ottawa Citizen, Elizabeth Payne has redefined health reporting through:
“Payne’s reporting doesn’t just inform – it mobilizes hospital boards and health ministers alike.” – Canadian Healthcare Association
Awards Snapshot: 3 National Newspaper Awards, 7 CSWA Citations, 2025 Journalist of the Year (Canadian Medical Association)
Health journalism requires accuracy and timely reporting. Based on insights from numerous press releases, we’ve tailored this section to help you effectively communicate with health journalists. Learn when to reach out for maximum impact, how to write press releases that provide valuable health information clearly and concisely. We’ll also cover the sensitive and respectful pitching etiquette that health professionals value. Let’s work together to elevate the visibility of your health campaign.
Connecting with health journalists requires a strategic approach, given the sensitive and impactful nature of health-related news. Utilizing PressContact’s media list, which includes detailed profiles and contact information, can significantly enhance your outreach efforts. Here’s how:
Using our comprehensive and affordable media list ensures that your health-related news reaches the right journalists at the right time, maximizing your chances of coverage.
Creating effective press releases for the health sector involves providing detailed, accurate, and sensitive information. Here’s how to craft compelling health press releases:
These elements will help your press release stand out and attract the attention of health journalists looking for comprehensive and engaging content.
Pitching to health journalists requires a respectful and informed approach, considering the critical nature of health-related topics. Here are some tips from my experience:
Following these tips will help you build strong relationships with health journalists and increase the likelihood of your pitches being successful.
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