Katie Camero
@katie-cam.bsky.social
Media Relations for Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center + health reporter | formerly: SELF, USA TODAY, BuzzFeed News, McClatchy | words also in: NYT, WaPo, NatGeo, NBC News, Guardian + more
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‘Death is not a mystery’ -- What happens to your body when you’re dying? Experts say knowing more about death – or ‘death literacy’ – can actually help quell fears of dying, by @katie-cam.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/wellness/202... via @theguardian.com
‘Death is not a mystery’: what happens to your body when you’re dying?
Experts say knowing more about death – or ‘death literacy’ – can actually help quell fears of dying
www.theguardian.com
May 29, 2025 at 4:34 PM
‘Death is not a mystery’ -- What happens to your body when you’re dying? Experts say knowing more about death – or ‘death literacy’ – can actually help quell fears of dying, by @katie-cam.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/wellness/202... via @theguardian.com
You might have seen the phrase "touch grass" on social media used as a wake-up call for people to put their devices down and go outside.
What sounds like (and kind of is) an insult to the chronically online is actually some pretty good advice🌳
www.nationalgeographic.com/health/artic...
What sounds like (and kind of is) an insult to the chronically online is actually some pretty good advice🌳
www.nationalgeographic.com/health/artic...
Nat Geo's ultimate guide to ‘touching grass’
We're something of an expert in the art of reconnecting with the outdoors. Here’s our ultimate guide to what the chronically online call “touching grass.”
www.nationalgeographic.com
May 14, 2025 at 3:53 PM
You might have seen the phrase "touch grass" on social media used as a wake-up call for people to put their devices down and go outside.
What sounds like (and kind of is) an insult to the chronically online is actually some pretty good advice🌳
www.nationalgeographic.com/health/artic...
What sounds like (and kind of is) an insult to the chronically online is actually some pretty good advice🌳
www.nationalgeographic.com/health/artic...
The Ice Bucket Challenge is back, but this time, it's for mental health.
I spoke with Pat Quinn, father of the late Pat Quinn, one of the original Ice Bucket Challenge’s three co-founders, and others from the ALS community, to see how they feel about it.
I spoke with Pat Quinn, father of the late Pat Quinn, one of the original Ice Bucket Challenge’s three co-founders, and others from the ALS community, to see how they feel about it.
Remember the Ice Bucket Challenge? It’s back.
The 2014 social media trend put the spotlight on unanswered questions and needed treatments for ALS. Will its return help? We asked the father of one of the original Ice Bucket Challenge founders.
www.nationalgeographic.com
May 13, 2025 at 3:54 PM
The Ice Bucket Challenge is back, but this time, it's for mental health.
I spoke with Pat Quinn, father of the late Pat Quinn, one of the original Ice Bucket Challenge’s three co-founders, and others from the ALS community, to see how they feel about it.
I spoke with Pat Quinn, father of the late Pat Quinn, one of the original Ice Bucket Challenge’s three co-founders, and others from the ALS community, to see how they feel about it.
First piece with the New York Times is out.
Sure, we know we can prevent tooth decay, but can we reverse it? Read on to find out 😉
Sure, we know we can prevent tooth decay, but can we reverse it? Read on to find out 😉
Can You Reverse Tooth Decay?
www.nytimes.com
May 12, 2025 at 10:19 PM
First piece with the New York Times is out.
Sure, we know we can prevent tooth decay, but can we reverse it? Read on to find out 😉
Sure, we know we can prevent tooth decay, but can we reverse it? Read on to find out 😉
Hopping on here to shout from the rooftops that employers are missing out on real, diverse talent by 1). leasing offices only in NYC or DC and 2). requiring in-person work to stay on Zoom + Slack all day.
It's frustrating that I, and many others, can't find journo work post-layoff because of RTO.
It's frustrating that I, and many others, can't find journo work post-layoff because of RTO.
May 8, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Hopping on here to shout from the rooftops that employers are missing out on real, diverse talent by 1). leasing offices only in NYC or DC and 2). requiring in-person work to stay on Zoom + Slack all day.
It's frustrating that I, and many others, can't find journo work post-layoff because of RTO.
It's frustrating that I, and many others, can't find journo work post-layoff because of RTO.
Measles does NOT protect you against cancer, heart disease, or atopic conditions, contrary to what RFKJ claims.
Here's a dive into the case reports and observational studies that are likely being misinterpreted.
Here's a dive into the case reports and observational studies that are likely being misinterpreted.
Does a Measles Infection Protect Against Cancer and Heart Disease?
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed it does, but science says otherwise
www.medpagetoday.com
April 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Measles does NOT protect you against cancer, heart disease, or atopic conditions, contrary to what RFKJ claims.
Here's a dive into the case reports and observational studies that are likely being misinterpreted.
Here's a dive into the case reports and observational studies that are likely being misinterpreted.
Making friends as an adult is hard, but dropping to "fringe friend" status with a former bestie, well, hurts. But it's really not all that!! (no, really!)
My latest with @us.theguardian.com 👭
My latest with @us.theguardian.com 👭
You used to be close – but are you a ‘fringe friend’ now?
It’s not fun to realize you may be an ‘always welcome but never invited’ pal. But experts say it’s not all bad
www.theguardian.com
April 1, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Making friends as an adult is hard, but dropping to "fringe friend" status with a former bestie, well, hurts. But it's really not all that!! (no, really!)
My latest with @us.theguardian.com 👭
My latest with @us.theguardian.com 👭
Reposted by Katie Camero
Since the World Health Organization characterized Covid as a pandemic in March 2020, scientists don’t fully understand why some people develop disabling chronic conditions after the initial viral infection.
5 years later, long Covid is still a medical mystery: What scientists have learned
Why do some people develop disabling chronic conditions after the initial viral infection?
nbcnews.to
March 11, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Since the World Health Organization characterized Covid as a pandemic in March 2020, scientists don’t fully understand why some people develop disabling chronic conditions after the initial viral infection.
Reposted by Katie Camero
Measles cases in Texas and New Mexico now number over 250, with two deaths being linked to the outbreak. (For comparison, the US had 285 cases of measles in all of 2024).
Measles isn't just a rash. For @wired.com, I wrote about why the disease can be so deadly: www.wired.com/story/this-i...
Measles isn't just a rash. For @wired.com, I wrote about why the disease can be so deadly: www.wired.com/story/this-i...
This Is How Measles Kills
Measles is known for its characteristic rash, but it can have serious respiratory and neurologic complications.
www.wired.com
March 11, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Measles cases in Texas and New Mexico now number over 250, with two deaths being linked to the outbreak. (For comparison, the US had 285 cases of measles in all of 2024).
Measles isn't just a rash. For @wired.com, I wrote about why the disease can be so deadly: www.wired.com/story/this-i...
Measles isn't just a rash. For @wired.com, I wrote about why the disease can be so deadly: www.wired.com/story/this-i...
Reposted by Katie Camero
It took the CDC several week to say anything publicly about the measles outbreak in Texas. When it finally did, it mentioned vitamin A, which has been long touted by antivax groups for measles. Here's what to know:
What to know about vitamin A and the measles
In the CDC’s first public statement on the measles outbreak, it suggested vitamin A as a type of supportive care.
www.nbcnews.com
March 1, 2025 at 5:47 PM
It took the CDC several week to say anything publicly about the measles outbreak in Texas. When it finally did, it mentioned vitamin A, which has been long touted by antivax groups for measles. Here's what to know:
Five years later, experts still don't fully understand what causes long Covid, how to test for it, or how to treat it.
“We’re building the boat while we’re at sea, trying to figure it out together [with patients] … but we absolutely need to build on the progress we’ve already made.”
My latest:
“We’re building the boat while we’re at sea, trying to figure it out together [with patients] … but we absolutely need to build on the progress we’ve already made.”
My latest:
5 years later, long Covid is still a medical mystery: What scientists have learned
Why do some people develop disabling chronic conditions after the initial viral infection?
www.nbcnews.com
March 11, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Five years later, experts still don't fully understand what causes long Covid, how to test for it, or how to treat it.
“We’re building the boat while we’re at sea, trying to figure it out together [with patients] … but we absolutely need to build on the progress we’ve already made.”
My latest:
“We’re building the boat while we’re at sea, trying to figure it out together [with patients] … but we absolutely need to build on the progress we’ve already made.”
My latest:
Reposted by Katie Camero
Amid one of the most severe #flu seasons in the last decade, #wastewater data shows a “steady increase” in concentrations for Flu B.
Learn more from @katie-cam.bsky.social with @nbcnews.com: www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
Learn more from @katie-cam.bsky.social with @nbcnews.com: www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
Why is the flu so bad this year?
Experts cite several factors, including the strains in circulation, vaccination rates and possible waning immunity from masking and social distancing during the Covid pandemic.
www.nbcnews.com
March 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Amid one of the most severe #flu seasons in the last decade, #wastewater data shows a “steady increase” in concentrations for Flu B.
Learn more from @katie-cam.bsky.social with @nbcnews.com: www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
Learn more from @katie-cam.bsky.social with @nbcnews.com: www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
Reposted by Katie Camero
Why is the flu so bad this year?
by @katie-cam.bsky.social
by @katie-cam.bsky.social
Why is the flu so bad this year?
Experts cite several factors, including the strains in circulation, vaccination rates and possible waning immunity from masking and social distancing during the Covid pandemic.
www.nbcnews.com
February 28, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Why is the flu so bad this year?
by @katie-cam.bsky.social
by @katie-cam.bsky.social
For NatGeo, I explored the science behind one frustrating truth: Women experience pain differently (and more often + intensely) than men, and by default, they don’t respond to treatments as well.
Painkillers don’t work as well for women. Here’s why.
The one-size-fits-all approach to pain management should be a thing of the past. But we’re still not there yet.
www.nationalgeographic.com
February 25, 2025 at 7:08 PM
For NatGeo, I explored the science behind one frustrating truth: Women experience pain differently (and more often + intensely) than men, and by default, they don’t respond to treatments as well.
My latest for @nbcnews.com 💪
Muscle-building supplements are associated with body dysmorphia, especially among boys and young men.
Using supplements isn’t “inherently problematic." Once started, though, “it’s kind of like a Pandora’s box."
Muscle-building supplements are associated with body dysmorphia, especially among boys and young men.
Using supplements isn’t “inherently problematic." Once started, though, “it’s kind of like a Pandora’s box."
Overuse of muscle-building products associated with body image condition
Canadian researchers explored how the pressure to meet muscular body standards may drive young people to use supplements more often.
www.nbcnews.com
February 21, 2025 at 9:42 PM
My latest for @nbcnews.com 💪
Muscle-building supplements are associated with body dysmorphia, especially among boys and young men.
Using supplements isn’t “inherently problematic." Once started, though, “it’s kind of like a Pandora’s box."
Muscle-building supplements are associated with body dysmorphia, especially among boys and young men.
Using supplements isn’t “inherently problematic." Once started, though, “it’s kind of like a Pandora’s box."
Reposted by Katie Camero
Five major airlines are suing to overturn a rule from then-Transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg that actually holds airlines accountable for damaging disabled people's wheelchairs. New from me at @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Airlines sue to overturn rule against breaking wheelchairs
Major carriers are trying to overturn a Biden-era policy that ended decades of mistreatment.
www.motherjones.com
February 19, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Five major airlines are suing to overturn a rule from then-Transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg that actually holds airlines accountable for damaging disabled people's wheelchairs. New from me at @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Reposted by Katie Camero
Hey, are you eligible for another four free Covid tests? You might want to order in case the Trump admin tries again to destroy them and take down the site. Thanks to these two WaPo reporters for helping to put some brakes on
The Trump administration planned to shut down a government website that ships free coronavirus tests to households but reversed course after @lenasun.bsky.social and Carolyn Y. Johnson reported it was considering destroying or disposing tens of millions of kits
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
U.S. reverses plan to shut down free covid test program
The government had been preparing to shut down the program that ships free coronavirus tests to American households and was considering destroying 160 million tests.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 19, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Hey, are you eligible for another four free Covid tests? You might want to order in case the Trump admin tries again to destroy them and take down the site. Thanks to these two WaPo reporters for helping to put some brakes on
The number of people who now have to collect unemployment after all of these federal, media, and tech layoffs is mind blowing.
As someone who is collecting myself, I’m truly so scared those funds will dry up.
As someone who is collecting myself, I’m truly so scared those funds will dry up.
February 18, 2025 at 5:48 PM
The number of people who now have to collect unemployment after all of these federal, media, and tech layoffs is mind blowing.
As someone who is collecting myself, I’m truly so scared those funds will dry up.
As someone who is collecting myself, I’m truly so scared those funds will dry up.
After a restful two months, I’m back in the freelance game.
For NatGeo, I explored what dopamine does in our bodies. Spoiler: It doesn’t actually make you feel good, it makes you want to feel good.
(If you don’t have a subscription, I suggest you get one! Only $30 for an entire year❣️)
For NatGeo, I explored what dopamine does in our bodies. Spoiler: It doesn’t actually make you feel good, it makes you want to feel good.
(If you don’t have a subscription, I suggest you get one! Only $30 for an entire year❣️)
Here's what dopamine, the 'happy hormone,' actually does
Dopamine rushes, withdrawals, and detoxes are trending among wellness gurus online. But experts say the science behind the trendy phrases doesn’t hold up.
www.nationalgeographic.com
February 5, 2025 at 7:49 PM
After a restful two months, I’m back in the freelance game.
For NatGeo, I explored what dopamine does in our bodies. Spoiler: It doesn’t actually make you feel good, it makes you want to feel good.
(If you don’t have a subscription, I suggest you get one! Only $30 for an entire year❣️)
For NatGeo, I explored what dopamine does in our bodies. Spoiler: It doesn’t actually make you feel good, it makes you want to feel good.
(If you don’t have a subscription, I suggest you get one! Only $30 for an entire year❣️)
Last story with SELF is live, & I’m glad it’s about a condition that deserves more attention.
It was a dream to focus much of my time on disability + chronic illness. Idk what my future as a journo looks like, but I hope to do more of this work soon.
#mecfs
It was a dream to focus much of my time on disability + chronic illness. Idk what my future as a journo looks like, but I hope to do more of this work soon.
#mecfs
What to Know About ME/CFS, a Complex Condition That Involves Crushing Fatigue and So Much More
Above all, it’s important that you don’t push through your symptoms.
www.self.com
December 17, 2024 at 7:07 PM
Last story with SELF is live, & I’m glad it’s about a condition that deserves more attention.
It was a dream to focus much of my time on disability + chronic illness. Idk what my future as a journo looks like, but I hope to do more of this work soon.
#mecfs
It was a dream to focus much of my time on disability + chronic illness. Idk what my future as a journo looks like, but I hope to do more of this work soon.
#mecfs
Well, I was just laid off from SELF. Please send any health or wellness reporter leads 💗 sending love to my fellow Conde coworkers who also lost their jobs today.
December 5, 2024 at 7:21 PM
Well, I was just laid off from SELF. Please send any health or wellness reporter leads 💗 sending love to my fellow Conde coworkers who also lost their jobs today.
Reposted by Katie Camero
Here's one to read. Be nice and charitable with your time because of the selfish (joking) health benefits. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
December 3, 2024 at 5:46 PM
Here's one to read. Be nice and charitable with your time because of the selfish (joking) health benefits. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
Most folks with a period transition into menopause sometime between the ages 45 and 55. But medical menopause can mean this process begins well before age 45.
Here's a digestible breakdown for @selfmagazine.bsky.social about how some cancer treatments can lead to early menopause.
Here's a digestible breakdown for @selfmagazine.bsky.social about how some cancer treatments can lead to early menopause.
Some Cancer Treatments Can Cause Early Menopause. Here’s What to Know
Whether it's temporary or lifelong, there are ways to find relief from your symptoms.
www.self.com
November 26, 2024 at 10:01 PM
Most folks with a period transition into menopause sometime between the ages 45 and 55. But medical menopause can mean this process begins well before age 45.
Here's a digestible breakdown for @selfmagazine.bsky.social about how some cancer treatments can lead to early menopause.
Here's a digestible breakdown for @selfmagazine.bsky.social about how some cancer treatments can lead to early menopause.
There isn’t a microbe out there that doesn’t suck. But one sneaky virus can be particularly awful: Varicella zoster, which causes shingles.
This painful skin infection is not discussed often enough. So let's change that! And remember: Shingles doesn't have to be on your getting older bingo card.
This painful skin infection is not discussed often enough. So let's change that! And remember: Shingles doesn't have to be on your getting older bingo card.
6 Things to Know About the Shingles Vaccine
This infection is painful and can be quite serious, so it's absolutely worth avoiding.
www.self.com
November 19, 2024 at 4:20 PM
There isn’t a microbe out there that doesn’t suck. But one sneaky virus can be particularly awful: Varicella zoster, which causes shingles.
This painful skin infection is not discussed often enough. So let's change that! And remember: Shingles doesn't have to be on your getting older bingo card.
This painful skin infection is not discussed often enough. So let's change that! And remember: Shingles doesn't have to be on your getting older bingo card.
Chest pain is one of those symptoms that immediately makes you think the worst: that maybe you’re having a heart attack. But there are many reasons you may feel discomfort, pressure, or tightness in your chest that have nothing to do with your ticker.
Here's a list of some of the more common ones🫀
Here's a list of some of the more common ones🫀
5 Reasons Your Chest Hurts That Have Nothing to Do With Your Heart
Don't immediately assume the worst—something relatively harmless could be at play.
www.self.com
November 18, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Chest pain is one of those symptoms that immediately makes you think the worst: that maybe you’re having a heart attack. But there are many reasons you may feel discomfort, pressure, or tightness in your chest that have nothing to do with your ticker.
Here's a list of some of the more common ones🫀
Here's a list of some of the more common ones🫀