Not a Doctor

  • Why does John Green think everything is tuberculosis?

    A resurgence of the deadliest infectious disease could be on the horizon. But increased funding could end it for good. I wrote recently for the Guardian about TBFighters, a group of people who are trying to end tuberculosis. The entire piece was a delight to write; I really enjoyed meeting everyone I interviewed, and I’m…

    Melody Schreiber

  • Respiratory virus season is here

    But vaccination rates for Covid, flu, and RSV remain low, worrying healthcare providers. Welcome to Not a Doctor. I’m Melody Schreiber, a journalist and the editor of What We Didn’t Expect: Personal Stories About Premature Birth. I’m not a doctor, or a scientist, or really an expert of any kind. I just like to ask questions and try to find…

    Melody Schreiber