Beth Skwarecki

Beth Skwarecki is the Health Editor at Lifehacker, where she writes science-based health and fitness content. She holds a BA in biology from Alfred University and a Master's in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Rutgers University. Her career includes freelance work for outlets like Medscape and Scientific American, teaching nutrition and environmental sciences at the Community College of Allegheny County, and authoring two books: *Outbreak: 50 Tales of Epidemics That Terrorized the World* and *Genetics 101: From Chromosomes and the Double Helix to Cloning and DNA Tests, Everything You Need to Know About Genes*. A member of the National Association of Science Writers and the Association of Health Care Journalists, she focuses on debunking health myths and translating complex scientific topics into accessible content. Her recent work includes articles on psoriasis treatments, mental health medications, and alternative therapies for cold/flu. Based in Pittsburgh, she actively engages on Twitter and maintains a professional website.