Miriam Bergeret

Miriam Bergeret

Live Science Contributor

Miriam Bergeret is a science writer and editor based in Toronto, Canada. Miriam holds a master's degree in laboratory medicine and pathobiology from the University of Toronto, where she also studied science journalism and communication. She has worked with research scientists, scientific journals, nonprofit organizations, research institutes, science magazines and more. Also a published knitting pattern designer, Miriam enjoys creating new outfits for her Italian Greyhound, Theo.

Articles by: Miriam Bergeret

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Scientists uncover microbes that destroy 'forever chemical' pollutants

By Miriam Bergeret published

Little is known about the fate of PFAS in our environment, but new research finds that bacteria in wastewater can degrade specific types of "forever chemicals."

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How worried should we be about PFAS, the 'forever chemicals'?

By Miriam Bergeret published

Recent studies suggest PFAS can pass through human skin and through the placenta. What does that mean for our health?

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Immunotherapy to treat cancer gave rise to 2nd cancer in extremely rare case

By Miriam Bergeret published

Although very rare, past reports show some cancer patients may develop secondary cancers following lifesaving CAR T-cell therapy.

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Epidurals may lower risk of complications after birth, study hints

By Miriam Bergeret published

Getting an epidural during labor was linked to a 35% reduction in severe maternal health complications in a new study, with even higher protective effects in people with preterm births.