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
More Than 1 Million Bags of Shredded Cheese Is Being Recalled
The FDA has issued a shredded cheese recall over concerns that the cheese could contain metal fragments that could injure customers.
Costco To Face a Major MAGA Boycott — Here's Why
Why is MAGA boycotting Costco? The popular bulk retailer has drawn the ire of Donald Trump's supporters, who plan to stop shopping at the store.
Ritz Crackers Recalled Over Potentially Life-Threatening Ingredient Omission
Ritz Cracker has issued a 2025 recall after a potentially life-threatening allergen was mislabeled on packages sold across eight states.
What’s the Difference Between Meteorological Winter and Astronomical Winter?
When winter weather begins, many people find themselves wondering what the difference is between meteorological and astronomical winter
A Man Has Gone Viral for All the Wrong Reasons After Posing With a Sea Turtle
A man goes viral in Hawaii after posing for a photo with a wild turtle and the internet has a lot of feelings about how it was handled.
Moo Deng Who? Ava the Strawberry Tiger Has Become Everyone’s New Favorite Animal
A strawberry tiger named Ava has become an internet sensation after photos of the golden tiger cub were shared widely on social media.
Mississippi’s Infant Mortality Rate Has Experts Sounding the Alarm as More Babies Die Each Year
Why is the infant mortality rate so high in Mississippi? Officials declare a public health emergency as the state's death rate continues to climb.
Not an Introvert and Not an Introvert? Maybe You’re Actually an Otrovert
What does it mean if you identify as having an otrovert personality? Otroverts is a term for those who aren't quite introverts or extroverts.
Halley Kate Fans Share Their Concern After Halley Kate Reveals She’s Been Hospitalized
Why is Halley Kate in the hospital? Concerned fans share their worries as the New York City influencer appears to post from a hospital bed.
Too Much of a Good Thing? Here’s What Happens When You Eat Too Many Strawberries
Have too much of your favorite fruit? Find out what happens when you eat too many strawberries in a single sitting and how you can relieve discomfort.
Are Glass Straws a Safe Alternative?
People have reported injuries when using them, making some wonder if glass straws are safe to use for all different types of beverages.
After Several Recalls, Is There a Listeria Outbreak Happening Right Now?
Listeria recalls can happen at any time. Find out if there is a listeria outbreak happening right now and what you need to know about it.
A Surprising Thing Is Behind the Leading Cause of Death in Teens
What is the leading cause of death in teens? Data shows that there is data that shows that more teens are killed by this one thing each year.
A California Town May Ban Pickleball Over Noise Complaints
A California town says it plans to ban pickleball after years of noise complaints that stem from a specific public course in the city.
How To Find Out if Your Snack or Meal Counts as an Ultra-Processed Food
It isn't always easy to eat healthy. Find out how to identify the ultra-processed foods in your diet so you can make better choices.
Cancellations and Fear Swirl After a Possible EHV Outbreak in Texas Horse Community
An equine virus outbreak known as EHV is disrupting the horse industry and causing rodeos and other events to be cancelled in 2025.
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.
Bird Flu Detected in Human for First Time — What Are the Symptoms?
What are the symptoms of bird flu in humans? Understanding how to recognize a bird flu infection is an important when it comes to treatment.
Experts Say a Severe New Flu Strain Is Going To Be Everywhere This Year
A new flu strain named H3N2 is expected to run rampant in 2025, defying vaccines and mutating quickly. The virus is part of "subclade K."
Barack Obama Bought Two Homes Since Leaving the White House
Where does Barack Obama live? Find out where the beloved former president lives now that he's completely moved away from the White House.
Indonesia Reels as More Bodies Are Found After Massive Landslides
A November 2025 landslide in Indonesia kills nearly 20 as the death toll continues to be updated as search and rescue efforts continue.
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.