Colleen Stinchcombe is a freelance writer based near Seattle, WA. Her work focuses on health, the environment, and outdoor recreation. She's been published by SELF, Health.com, and REI, among others. When it comes to health writing, Colleen seeks out evidence-based information to help readers make informed decisions about their well-being and better advocate for themselves in medical spaces. You can find more of her work at colleenstinchcombe.com.