Julie Penfold

Julie Penfold is a seasoned health and medical journalist with over 15 years of experience, contributing to major publications like Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Be Healthy, and Doctors.net.uk. Her career began in academia as a professor of English at James Madison University, followed by roles in advertising (Foote, Cone & Belding) and healthcare publishing (Macmillan Healthcare Publishing). She later transitioned to journalism, specializing in health and wellbeing topics, including sleep disorders, mental health, and women's health. A member of the National Union of Journalists, Guild of Health Writers, and Medical Journalists’ Association, she has been a finalist in three prestigious health journalism awards. Her work spans print and digital media, with a focus on translating complex medical topics into accessible content for diverse audiences. She holds a Master’s degree in English and is a PhD candidate, combining academic rigor with journalistic expertise.