Nancy Schimelpfening

Freelance Health Writer/Editor

san antonio, texas, united states

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I am seeking employment as a writer and/or editor of online content. I have 28 years of experience as a writer and five years of experience as an editor. In addition, I have a B.S. degree in biology and an M.S. degree in community health education.

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High Cholesterol: More Than Half of U.S. Adults Qualify for Statins

- The AHA, ACC, and other medical organizations released new cholesterol guidelines in 2026. - Three studies evaluated the potential impact of the new guidelines and found that they could expand treatment options. - With more than half of U.S. adults elig... See more

healthline.com•Nancy Schimelpfening•Jul 24, 2026

Dementia: 14 Factors That Can Increase Your Risk

- Millions of people around the world are living with cognitive impairment associated with dementia. - However, nearly half of dementia cases could potentially be prevented by addressing 14 risk factors. - Experts say it’s important to address all these f... See more

healthline.com•Nancy Schimelpfening•Jul 13, 2026

Getting 78 Fewer Minutes of Sleep a Night May Lead to Weight Gain

- A new study suggests not getting enough sleep each night may lead to weight gain. - Those who lost an average of 78 minutes of sleep per night gained almost 1 pound over 6 weeks. - People who were short on sleep were also found to be more sedentary. - S... See more

healthline.com•Nancy Schimelpfening•Jul 7, 2026

Ozempic: Can GLP-1 Drugs Enhance Athletic Performance?

- Debates are emerging over whether GLP-1 drugs boost athletic performance. - However, experts say the loss of lean mass associated with using these drugs may cancel out any competitive advantages. - They say it’s essential to consider the legitimate medi... See more

healthline.com•Nancy Schimelpfening•Jun 26, 2026

Ozempic, Wegovy: GLP-1 Drugs Lower Breast Cancer Risk by 30%

- A new study found that females using GLP-1 drugs had about a 30% lower risk of developing breast cancer. - The effect may be related to the metabolic improvements associated with this class of medications. - More research is needed before GLP-1 drugs ca... See more

healthline.com•Nancy Schimelpfening•Jun 3, 2026

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Oncologist: Hot beverages associated with slight increase in cancer risk

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Sleep medicine: GLP-1s found to reduce sleep apnea severity with obesity

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Cardio/Neuro: NOACs may slow cognitive decline in those w/AFib, Alzheimer’s

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Registered Dietitian: Opinions on RFK Jr.'s new cooking series

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Cardiologist: Early menopause linked w/greater risk for high blood pressure

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Doctor Of Education, Education, Public Health at American College Of EducationExpected Graduation: 2029

Masters, Health Education at Old Dominion UniversityGraduated: 1997

Bachelors, Biology at University Of CharlestonGraduated: 1989

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Oncologist: Hot beverages associated with slight increase in cancer risk

Health and Pharma

Deadline: Sep 11th, 2026 10:00 AM ET

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Healthline

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9 responses

Sleep medicine: GLP-1s found to reduce sleep apnea severity with obesity

Health and Pharma

Deadline: Sep 4th, 2026 10:00 AM ET

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Healthline

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17 responses

Cardio/Neuro: NOACs may slow cognitive decline in those w/AFib, Alzheimer’s

Health and Pharma

Deadline: Aug 14th, 2026 10:00 AM ET

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Healthline

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11 responses

Registered Dietitian: Opinions on RFK Jr.'s new cooking series

Health and Pharma

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5 responses

Cardiologist: Early menopause linked w/greater risk for high blood pressure

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Featured Articles

High Cholesterol: More Than Half of U.S. Adults Qualify for Statins

Dementia: 14 Factors That Can Increase Your Risk

Getting 78 Fewer Minutes of Sleep a Night May Lead to Weight Gain

Ozempic: Can GLP-1 Drugs Enhance Athletic Performance?

Ozempic, Wegovy: GLP-1 Drugs Lower Breast Cancer Risk by 30%

HARO Queries

Oncologist: Hot beverages associated with slight increase in cancer risk

Sleep medicine: GLP-1s found to reduce sleep apnea severity with obesity

Cardio/Neuro: NOACs may slow cognitive decline in those w/AFib, Alzheimer’s

Registered Dietitian: Opinions on RFK Jr.'s new cooking series

Cardiologist: Early menopause linked w/greater risk for high blood pressure

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Oncologist: Hot beverages associated with slight increase in cancer risk

Sleep medicine: GLP-1s found to reduce sleep apnea severity with obesity

Cardio/Neuro: NOACs may slow cognitive decline in those w/AFib, Alzheimer’s

Registered Dietitian: Opinions on RFK Jr.'s new cooking series

Cardiologist: Early menopause linked w/greater risk for high blood pressure

Featured Articles

High Cholesterol: More Than Half of U.S. Adults Qualify for Statins

Dementia: 14 Factors That Can Increase Your Risk

Getting 78 Fewer Minutes of Sleep a Night May Lead to Weight Gain

Ozempic: Can GLP-1 Drugs Enhance Athletic Performance?

Ozempic, Wegovy: GLP-1 Drugs Lower Breast Cancer Risk by 30%