Lauren Wellbank
Freelance WriterLocation: Lehigh Valley, PALauren Wellbank is a freelance writer living in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania with her husband, three kids, and dog. She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her family, and can often be found coaching her kids in their various sports teams. When she's not volunteering within her community, she can be found tending to her plants in her yard.
More From Lauren Wellbank
The Antivax Movement Is Coming for Your Dogs
A rise in antivaccination sentiment is now reaching into veterinary care, raising questions about what happens if you don't vaccinate your dog.
Understanding the Possibly Fatal Alpha-Gal Syndrome, the Meat Allergy Caused by Ticks
Can you get a meat allergy from a tick bite? Understanding the root causes and symptoms of the sometimes fatal alpha-gal syndrome.
What’s the Deal With America’s MAHA Moms Movement?
The MAHA moms movement is gaining ground in the U.S., where moms are saying they just want to Make American Healthy Again through policy change.
The Financial and Environmental Costs of Making Pennies Led to Its Demise
How much does it cost to make a penny? The U.S. stops production of the penny, citing high costs and low returns as a reason for the decision.
Wolf Reintroduction Programs Helped Yellowstone Packs Flourish
In 1987, officials began the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone, kicking off a wolf management program that saw great success.
“Proofed!” Laundry Sheets Review: What I Thought About the Low-Waste Laundry Detergent
I was sent a sample of Proofed's laundry detergent sheets, which I tested on my family of five's laundry for around two weeks (and several loads).
Here's Why the Northern Lights Usually Look Better in Photos
Why do the northern lights sometimes look better in photos? Understanding why you don't see the colors as vibrantly with the naked eye.
Are Analog Bags the Easiest Way for Adults To Fight Bad Screen Time Habits?
What is the meaning of an analog bag, the trend taking tech conscious social media users by storm as they try to break bad phone habits.
Brittany Miller’s Fans React To Fake Cancer Diagnosis
U.K. influencer Brittany Miller apologizes for a 2017 take cancer claim, where she lied about having been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
The CDC Warns Parents About a Possible Botulism Outbreak Linked to Baby Formula
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a recall of baby formula after babies were hospitalized due to botulism.
Fact Check: Does Obama Really Get Royalties for Obamacare?
After Trump shared a claim that former president Obama received royalties for Obamacare, many wondered if Obama does get paid for the ACA.
Prices on Zepbound Are Supposed To Drop, When Will You See Them Come Down?
Prices are supposed to come down on weight loss drugs like Zepbound and Wegovy, but when will you see a change in your pharmacy bill?
Saying Goodbye to the Beloved Farmers' Almanac After 200 Years — Here's Why
Why is Farmers' Almanac ending? Understanding the decision to shutter a centuries old publication that people have relied on for generations.
Too Much of a Good Thing? See What Experts Say Is the Ideal Number of Indoor Plants
Is there such thing as too many plants? A study claims to have identified the ideal number of indoor plants for your home and health.
Study Reveals Silicone Cookware Is Not as Safe as You Think
Silicone cooking utensils have become popular over the years thanks to their easy to clean surfaced and affordability, but are they safe to use?
Did Stephen Hawking’s Last Words Contain an Ominous Clue About Our Future?
Stephen Hawking was considered one of the greatest minds of a generation, which has many people wondering what his last words were before his death.
Researchers Say Melatonin Use Could Be Linked to Heart Failure
A study shows that the long-term use of melatonin may be linked to heart failure, especially for those using it for a year or more.
Will Aldi Introduce Its Popular Bottle Return Policy in America?
Does Aldi have bottle return, also sometimes know as a reverse vending machine, in America? Find out which stores offer this popular service.
Inside the French Farm George Clooney and His Family Call Home
George Clooney opened up about the farm in France where he and his wife Amal and their two children are spending their days after leaving Hollywood.
A Multi-State Pasta Meal Recall Leaves Multiple People Dead
Read-to-eat pasta meals sold at national retailers like Walmart and Trader Joes are being recalled over listeria concerns as fatalities rise.
Jamaica Is in Recovery Mode Now That Hurricane Melissa Has Moved Out of the Region
Rescuers and residents alike are shocked to see the true devastation in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa finally moved out of the region.
Study Reveals Donating Plasma May Have Health Benefits to Donors as Well as Recipients
What does donating plasma do to your body? According to one study, it may help lower the amount of PFAS (AKA: forever chemicals) found in your body.
Montego Bay Airport Among Buildings Destroyed by Hurricane Melissa
Montego Bay's Sangster International Airport appears to have been destroyed when Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm.
Bill Gates Shares a Controversial Take on Climate Change
What is Bill Gates' take on climate change? The Microsoft co-founder wrote a 17 page memo about how he thinks we should target global efforts.
A Group of Americans Are Trapped in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa Barrels Towards the Island
A Florida woman and several of her friends are stuck in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa takes aim as a record-breaking Category 5 storm.
Hurricane Melissa Update: Jamaica Prepares for the Worst-Case Scenario
Meteorlogists offer an update on Hurricane Melissa's bath as it heads towards Jamaica as what many people are calling a worst case scenario event.
Study Says Bird Flu May Be Able To Survive in Some Types of Cheeses
Researchers say that bird flu has been found in some cheeses, changing what they thought they knew about the safety of the aging process.
Iceland’s Mosquito Problem May Be a Scary Sign of Things To Come
Mosquitoes have reportedly been found in Iceland for the first time, sending a chilling preview of the potential effects of climate change.
Are Millennials Raising Velcro Kids — and What Exactly Is a Velcro Kid?
What is the meaning of the term Velcro kids, the phrase the millennials use to describe the personality quirks of their clingy children.
Space Debris Blamed for Injuring Pilot During Flight — Here's What Really Happened
Photos from a United Airlines 737 MAX appear to show an injured pilot, leaving people wondering if space debris hit the airplane.
Everything You Need To Know About Earth’s Extra "Moon"
Does the earth have two moons? A quasi-moon has appeared in the sky, but what is the story with the rock orbiting our planet until 2083?
Peanut Allergy Rates May Be Dropping for a Surprising Reason
An October 2025 study says that peanut allergies are dropping in children, and experts think they may know why rates have plummeted in recent years.
Are Poop Cams the Next Big Thing in Healthcare?
Is getting a poop cam for your toilet the key to good gut health? See what some experts are saying about the unusual monitoring device.
Here's What Happens to Your Weight When You Take B12
What happens to your weight when you take vitamin B12? Your body may have a surprising reaction when you fix any B12 deficiencies you may have.
Japan Sees a Spike in Bear-Related Deaths Due to Climate Change
Officials in Japan say deaths from bear attacks are ion the rise, partly due to climate change related migration impacts in populated areas.
Has NASA Found Another Earth-Like Planet?
Did NASA find another Earth? Scientists look to the sky to find a copy of our planet, and some experts think they may have found one.
First Non-Travel Case of Monkeypox Hits California — How Does the Virus Spread?
How does monkeypox (AKA mpox) spread? Experts say monkeypox can spread easily between people who are in close contact or face-to-face.
Woman Accidentally Turned Her Front Lawn Into a Pumpkin Patch — "What Do I Do?"
Social media users can't stop laughing after mom films what she calls her "accidental pumpkin patch" after she fills her yard with pumpkins.
Alaska Residents Still Under Water After Major Flooding Hit the Coast
Find out what is happening in Alaska after Typhoon Halong hit the state in early October, prompting record-breaking flooding along the coast.
'General Hospital' Star Kirsten Storms Shares Health, Brain Surgery Update
Fans of General Hospital's Kirsten Storms, who plays Maxie on the soap, are looking for an update on the star's health following aneurysm scare.
Here Are the Protein Powders Linked to High Levels of Lead
Which protein powders have lead? A surprising number of protein supplements contain lead, according to third-party testing results.
NASA Is Hoping To Return to the Moon in 2026 — Details on Artemis 2 Mission
NASA engineers are hoping to return to the moon in a mission dubbed Artemis 2, which would send astronauts around the moon before heading back.
Drinking Diet Soda Could Put You at a Higher Risk for Liver Disease
Drinking diet soda may be tied to an increased risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, according to a study.
A Popular Frozen Vegetable Brand Has Issued a Nationwide Recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a nationwide recall of frozen vegetables due to listeria contamination concerns.
Rescue Missions Are Underway as a Devastating Typhoon Hits Alaska
Residents of western Alaska are reeling after the destructive Typhoon Halong washed homes away and prompted search and rescue missions.
Millions of People Are on Alert After the Latest FDA Cinnamon Recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall after Dura Brand Cinnamon tested positive for elevated levels of lead.
RFK Jr. Is Now Linking Circumcisions to an Increase in Autism Rates
RFK Jr. says that using Tylenol after during or after newborn circumcisions can be linked to autism, despite overwhelming proof that it's not.
Chicago Reacts to News Ice Agents Plan to Raid the City’s Famous Marathon
Will ICE agents be planning raids at the Chicago Marathon? Speculation is running wild after rumors spread online about the October 2025 run.
Read Some of Greta Thunberg’s Most Biting Responses to Donald Trump
What has Greta Thunberg said about Trump? The president has made comments about the activist throughout the years, prompting a sharp response.
How Is Dolly Parton Really Doing? Health Details Revealed
What health issues does Dolly Parton have? After her husband died in March 2025, many wonder how the superstar's health is holding up.