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Lauren Gray

Lauren Gray

School: Columbia University, New York City

Lauren Gray

Experience

Lauren Gray is a New York-based writer and editor with a decade of experience covering topics in health and wellness. Her work has been published by SELF Magazine, Popular Mechanics, Yahoo! News, MSN, Best Life, and more. She has also served as a member of the ‘Brain Trust’ for the brand consultancy firm Shareability, working to generate organic brand content that optimizes consumer engagement. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Lauren lived in India for three years, serving as the head of the writing center at Woodstock School, a premier international boarding school located in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains. As a young adult breast cancer survivor, Lauren now centers her personal life around physical and mental health, as well as her family. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two young daughters, taking long-distance walks around New York City, and decamping to upstate New York whenever possible. 

Education

Columbia University, New York City - Master of Science in Nonprofit Management and Fundraising
 
Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio - Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Articles

psoriasis on skin

New Study: This Common Skin Condition May Spike Your Risk of 16 Cancers

It's estimated 8 million Americans experience this cosmetic inconvenience that new research says could have more serious implications.
Raw Hotdogs

Nearly 2,000 Pounds of Meat Recalled in One State

It's a state that's making major headlines, and now the USDA suggests consumers there should check for this mislabeled grocery.
Hand holding electronic cigarette

Vaping May Disproportionately Affect Heart Health for This Gender, New Study Suggests

Vaping is often thought of as a safer alternative to smoking conventional cigarettes, but a new study reminds us that it still comes with risks.