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Lauryn Higgins
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Journalist, Freelance
Lincoln
Beats
Biography
Lauryn Higgins is a journalist whose work focuses primarily on public health, agriculture and climate change. A native of North Carolina, she now resides in Nebraska where she earned her master's degree in journalism. She currently works as a freelance journalist, adjunct professor of journalism and as a Midwest stringer for the New York Times and The Washington Post. She has worked for the New York Times, NPR, Women's Health, Salon, Teen Vogue and other outlets. Her work tracking the Covid-19 pandemic at the New York Times was part of a team that won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service, as well as the 2020 Philip Meyer Journalism award and a 2020 Sigma Delta Chi award.
Cybercrime , Environment , Justice , Disability
sports, politics, religion
Content
Are Kettlebells the Key to Staying Strong and Fighting Inflammation as You Age? New Research Explains
By Lauryn Higgins Verified| Health Verified PixelsEffect / Getty ImagesNew research finds kettlebell training can strengthen muscles and reduce inflammation as we age. A kettlebell is a cast iron or steel ball with a rounded handle that can be used in a variety of lifts and squats. If you’d like to try kettlebell exercises, experts recommend starting with basic movements and consulting a trainer to avoid injury. Could kettlebell training be the key to helping preserve muscle strength as we age? Potentially, yes, according to new research.
By Lauryn Higgins Verified| Health Verified Catherine Delahaye / Getty ImagesParents tend to favor daughters, firstborns, and children who are more conscientious and agreeable, a recent study found. Parental favoritism can have lasting effects, including a higher risk for the unfavored child of developing mental health problems and unhealthy relationships. Experts suggested several tips for parents to promote equal treatment, such as encouraging close sibling bonds and avoiding comparison.
By Lauryn Higgins Verified| Health Verified AN Studio / Getty ImagesNew research suggests that runners who wearing thick-heeled running shoes might result in more injury than wearing flatter shoes. Thick-heeled shoes reduce the body’s ability to sense and react to the ground. To transition to a different running shoe, experts recommend taking certain precautions. Wearing thick-heeled shoes might make runners more prone to injury, new research shows.
Company Info
Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
De Pere, Wisconsin, United States