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Freelance Health Writer

My name is Sharon Kirby and I am a UK-based freelance writer. I have a particular interest in topics related to health and fitness, although I enjoy writing on a variety of subjects.

My articles have appeared in publications such as Nursing Times, The Online Journal of Sport Psychology, Issues: Staying Fit, and on various other medical and health websites.

I provide written content for the information websites, Disordered Eating and Avoid Mosquito Bites, and I am a contributing writer for Suite101, an online magazine for independent journalism and expert advice. My most recent articles for Suite101 are:

How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally
Statins for Lowering Blood Cholesterol

LDL and HDL Cholesterol Numbers Explained

The Best Foods to Eat for a Healthy Heart

Aromatherapy Essential Oils for Healing and Health

What are the Stages and Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer?

What are the Pros and Cons of the Dukan Diet?

The Dukan Diet

Cancer Terms and Definitions
What is Cancer?
What is Generalised Anxiety Disorder

The topic of health and fitness has featured strongly in my academic career. I hold two health-related degrees from the University of Essex, which are:

  • MSc Sports Science (Fitness & Health)
  • BSc (Hons) Psychology

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