Hannah Docter-Loeb
Hannah Docter-Loeb is a freelance writer who covers science, pop culture, and her hometown of Washington, D.C. She holds a biology degree from Wesleyan University, where she served as editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, the Argus.
Hannah’s writing has been published in Slate, Medium, Yahoo, Business Insider, Nature, The Washington Post, National Geographic, PBS, VICE, The Daily Beast, Salon, Polygon, Popular Science, Poynter Online, Nieman Lab, and many more.
Millions of Americans Are On Prescription Drugs That Can Increase the Risk for Heat-Related Illnesses
Countless medications may make users more heat sensitive, photo sensitive, and sweat more.
See How Much The American Diet Has Changed In the Last 20 Years — You’ll Be Surprised
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These Ultra-Processed Plant-Based Foods Might Increase the Risk For Many Diseases
Not all plant-based meals are healthy.
Your Mouthwash Might Be Harming This Key Part of Your Health
Researchers found there was a significant difference in the oral microbiome between those who used an alcohol-based mouthwash and a normal mouthwash.
This Wild Study Gave People An Extra Thumb — And Watched Them Thrive
A third thumb could change human capabilities drastically — but can we handle it mentally?
How 'Shrek 2' Pulled Off the Impossible
Mike Myers and the team behind the Dreamworks sequel on improving the animation, creating a perfect soundtrack, and the rise of the Shrek Rave.
This New Map Of Gene Regulation Could Change The Way We See The Human Brain
A project to map the gene regulation responsible for brain development takes some big first steps.
Are Fish Oil Supplements Too Good To Be True? Here's What a New Study Found
A recent cohort study looked at the long-term effects of regular use of the supplements and its association with cardiovascular disease.
A New Study Found Microplastics In Every Testicle It Sampled — How Bad Is That?
They’ve also been found in almost every human organ.
The Longest Clinical Trial Of The Latest Blockbuster Weight Loss Drug Shows It Is Far From Side-Effect Free
A recent clinical trial provides more insight into the longer term effects of Wegovy.
What Actually Helps Seasonal Depression? Probably Not What You Think
Regardless of why or when it occurs, seasonal depression manifests in similar ways and often falls on a spectrum.
What Causes Red Wine Headaches? A Wine Chemist May Finally Know
Despite the fact that the red wine headache has been known about for decades, researchers are still debating the exact cause of the malady.
