Wendy A.M. Prosser
Dr Wendy A.M. Prosser is a freelance writer, editor and proofreader with over 16 years’ experience in the fields of medicine, science and technology.
After gaining a Bachelor of Arts degree and Doctorate in Zoology from the University of Oxford, she joined The Medicine Publishing Company Ltd (now an imprint of Elsevier Health Sciences) in 1994, working as a Staff Editor on medical education and marketing publications. In 1998, she was promoted to the role of Managing Editor of the journal Medicine, a post she held until she started her own editing and proofreading business in 2006.
Wendy began freelance writing in 2009, as a Contributing Writer for Suite101.com. She is now Topic Editor in General Medicine for Suite101 and a regular contributor to other sites.
She is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Sciences with the Open University, specializing in Cosmology and Quantum Physics. She also writes fiction, and when she finds the time likes to blog on the freelance life, sport, writing and anything else that takes her fancy. She lives in Abingdon on Thames, a market town in Oxfordshire, with her husband and three cats.
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Latest Articles
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Effectiveness of Obesity Therapies: Recent Weight-loss Research
Which obesity treatments work best, and which are most cost-effective? Three recent studies are helping scientists answer these questions.
Nov 30, 2011
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Hospital Infections: Doctors' Ties and Privacy Curtains Examined
Research suggests that both doctors' neckties and privacy curtains may contribute to the spread of hospital-acquired infections such as MRSA.
Sep 29, 2011
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Recent Research on the Health Effects of High and Low Vitamin D
Research suggests that, while vitamin D levels may not be linked with sperm quality, too much vitamin D can be as harmful as too little in the elderly.
Jun 30, 2011
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Risks to Kids from Sun Exposure and Tanning Beds
With cases of malignant melanoma increasing yearly, it is vital to protect the vulnerable skin of children and teenagers from damage by ultraviolet light.
May 27, 2011
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Health Advice Largely Ignored – Is Fear the Key?
Many Americans choose to ignore health advice, despite the risks. Will printing gruesome images of cancer on cigarette packs scare smokers off their habit?
Apr 3, 2011
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How Do You Get Thrush? Causes of Candidiasis Yeast Infection
Thrush occurs on the skin, mouth and genitals in both men and women. Symptoms of this common yeast infection include itching, soreness and white discharge.
Feb 18, 2011
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Need an Antifungal? Infections with Fungi and Yeasts Explained
Antifungal treatments can often be bought over the counter, including antifungal creams for candida, ringworm and athlete's foot, and anti-dandruff shampoo.
Feb 10, 2011
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Antivirals – Drugs for Virus Infections, Including Herpes and HIV
Antiviral agents fight infections with viruses including herpes, HIV, hepatitis and influenza. Research continues on antiviral treatment for other diseases.
Feb 3, 2011
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What Do Antibiotics Do? Uses, Types and Side Effects
Antibiotic therapy is used for bacterial infection. Commonly prescribed types include tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics; effects and side effects vary.
Jan 29, 2011
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What are Corticosteroids? Effects and Side Effects Explained
Corticosteroid therapy including nasal corticosteroid sprays, creams and shots is employed to treat many conditions, though side effects can limit its use.
Jan 20, 2011
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