Brian Mastroianni

Brian Mastroianni
Title: Journalist
Education: Brown University, Columbia University School of Journalism
Expertise: Health, Public Health, Culture Reporting, Journalism
  • Experience covering a wide range of health topics from HIV to cancer research to COVID-19.
  • Has worked as a journalist in both national and local media.
  • Interested in hearing from the next generation of leaders and innovators who aim to make the world a better place. Served as a judge for the 2017 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest in Washington, D.C.

Experience

Brian is a New York–based science and health journalist. Whether interviewing newsmakers—from Buzz Aldrin, Katie Couric, and Dr. Anthony Fauci; to Wendy Williams and the cast of Queer Eye—tech experts about the latest innovations, or leading medical researchers, he's comfortable chatting with just about anyone.

Brian’s work has been published by The Atlantic, The Paris Review, The New York Times For Kids, CBS News, The TODAY Show, Barron's PENTA, Engadget, and Healthline, among others.

I've always been fascinated by people's stories. It's been a privilege getting to share these narratives as well as educate readers about health issues that affect us all. I aim to continue to spread awareness about inequities in our health systems and what research is out there to solve some of our biggest health problems domestically and around the world.

Education

Brian graduated with honors from Brown University and has a Master of Arts degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.

About Health

Health, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning online resource for empathetic, trustworthy, and actionable health and wellness information so you can make the best choice for your health. We reach more than 9 million readers a month. We ensure the accuracy of our content by relying on seasoned health journalists, credentialed medical professionals and thorough fact checkers. Learn more about us and our editorial process.

Latest from Brian Mastroianni

Ashley Tisdale sitting on a couch.
Ashley Tisdale on Living With Alopecia: How Hair Loss Has Affected Her Health and Career
Nurse giving senior woman a joint exam in doctors office.
Chronic Inflammation Is Both Dangerous and Very Common—Here’s How to Know If You Have It
Woman holding a pre-made salad at a grocery store.
Amid Massive Recalls, Here’s What to Know About Listeria and Symptoms of Infection
Businesswoman working late at home
1 in 4 Adults Suspect They Have Undiagnosed ADHD—Here Are the Most Common Symptoms
Toilet and toilet paper roll
How Often Do You Poop? New Research Shows Bowel Movement Frequency Linked to Overall Health
Woman drinking water while running in a park.
Exercising On Weight Loss Drugs May Have a Surprising Side Effect (Hint: It's Not Just More Weight Loss)
Woman checking her heart rate on her fitness watch after exercising.
Steps or Minutes: Which Metric for Tracking Exercise Is Best?
Man clutching chest.
New Research Links High Testosterone Levels With This Common Heart Condition
Male doctor and a senior male patient sit and discuss treatment options.
New Urine Test Could Help Identify More Aggressive Prostate Cancers
Woman with a headache
Why Do You Get a Headache at the Same Time Every Day?
Man holding salad.
Plant-Based Foods May Reduce Risk of Prostate Cancer Progression
woman running up steps.
Taking the Stairs Linked to a Boost in Longevity and Heart Health, Study Finds
people eating seafood
High Seafood Diet Linked to Increased Exposure to 'Forever Chemicals,' Study Shows
two women walking on nature trail
Study: People With Higher Genetic Risk for Obesity May Need More Daily Steps to Manage Weight
man wearing CPAP machine in bed
Sleeping Fewer Than 7 Hours Each Night Linked to Higher Mortality Risk in People With Sleep Apnea
senior man with chest pain
Most Americans Don't Know Heart Disease Is the Country's Leading Cause of Death
close-up of elderly woman's hand
What's the Secret to Living to 100? Centenarians' Blood Tests Might Hold Clues
Man running in the morning
Exercising in the Morning Might Be Best for Weight Loss, Study Shows
Man getting his blood pressure taken
High Blood Pressure Readings Taken While Lying Down May Better Predict Heart Health Issues
sad man sits on bed looks out window
Nearly 1 in 10 US Adults Have Had a Family Member Die of Drug Overdose, New Poll Shows
woman walking in a park at sunset
Just 1,000 Extra Steps a Day Can Improve Health for People With Heart Failure
Neighborhood street in Queens, New York
Living in a Racially Segregated Neighborhood Linked to a Shorter Lifespan
Woman taking a supplement
Study: Vitamin D Supplements May Help Reduce Risk of Heart Attack in Older People
Older couple looking at paperwork
Some Medicare Users May Lack Crucial Mental Health Access, New Report Finds