Lindsey Bever

Washington, D.C.

Health and Well+Being reporter

Education: Texas Christian University, BS in journalism; Columbia University, MS in journalism

Lindsey Bever is a reporter for The Washington Post's Well+Being desk, covering chronic illness, mental health and navigating the medical system, among other issues. She is a graduate of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, where she was a fellow at the Toni Stabile Center for Investigative Journalism. She was previously a reporter at the Dallas Morning News.
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Pinkeye cases rise in allergy season. It might be a covid symptom, too.

Experts say it is too early to tell whether conjunctivitis is associated with the new subvariant, XBB.1.16.

April 21, 2023

After a pandemic lull, strep cases are bad again. Here’s what to know.

We spoke to infectious-disease experts to answer common questions about strep, its symptoms and the antibiotic shortages affecting some parts of the country.

April 11, 2023

How to know whether you have allergies or a virus

The symptoms of allergies and respiratory illnesses, including colds, flu and covid-19, are often similar. Here’s how to tell them apart.

March 29, 2023

Struggling with your CPAP machine? Blame your biological clock.

Whether you’re a morning person, night owl or somewhere in between, your biological clock may affect your use of CPAP machines prescribed to treat sleep apnea.

March 27, 2023

Gyms, pets and takeout: How the pandemic has shifted daily life

Some of the lifestyle changes triggered by the pandemic were temporary; others may have more staying power.

March 11, 2023

Why daylight saving time is worse for your body than standard time

Daylight saving time gives us more light at the end of the day to enjoy spring and summer activities, but it can have a negative impact on our health.

March 9, 2023

How hospice helps patients and families navigate end-of-life care

President Jimmy Carter’s wish to enter hospice care has raised awareness about how families cope with the dying process.

February 21, 2023

The crisis in American girlhood

Stark findings on the pervasive sadness, suicidal thoughts and sexual violence endured by teen girls have jolted parents and the wider public.

February 17, 2023

Can humans and pets catch bird flu? What to know about the outbreak.

An outbreak of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza that started over a year ago is not abating and in some places is getting worse.

February 7, 2023

Fallopian tube removal advised for more women to prevent ovarian cancer

Some researchers are recommending that many women undergoing gynecologic surgery consider having their fallopian tubes removed to lower risk for ovarian cancer.

February 2, 2023