Education: BA in magazine journalism, Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications

Expertise: Health, Healthcare Disparities

Mirel Zaman is a seasoned health journalist with over 15 years of experience reporting on wellness, fitness, nutrition, and healthcare disparities. She has held prominent editorial roles, including Health and Fitness Director at PS (formerly POPSUGAR), and Senior Health Editor at Shape. Her work has also appeared in First for Women, Yankee Magazine, and Peloton’s The Output.

Mirel’s journalism is characterized by a commitment to evidence-based reporting and a focus on underrepresented topics, such as chronic conditions, systemic healthcare inequities, and the intersection of wellness with culture and identity. She has authored and edited a wide range of content, from practical fitness tips to in-depth features on mental health, technology in wellness, and the social implications of modern health trends.