Ashley Welch, Health Writer

Ashley Welch

Ashley Welch is a journalist focusing on health and science reporting with more than a decade of experience in both breaking news and long-form storytelling. She served as the health editor for CBSNews.com for several years, reporting, writing, and editing daily health news articles and features. She is currently a freelancer writing for a mix of local, national, and international publications.

Articles by Ashley Welch

End of Life Planning

November 2023
End-of-life conversations with families can be immensely challenging, but they’re essential for ensuring that our loved ones’ final wishes are met….

Terminal Illnesses

September 2023
Discovering ALS Life Expectancy: While the average is 2-5 years from symptom onset, some defy the odds, living for 10 or even 20 years….

Care At Home

August 2023
Hospice volunteering can make a big difference in the lives of patients and their families. Volunteers provide companionship, support, and practical assistance….

Terminal Illnesses

July 2023
Terminal cancer is any type of cancer that can’t be cured, no longer responds to treatment, and is expected to cause death in the…

Terminal Illnesses

July 2023
Chronic kidney disease progresses through five stages, each with its own symptoms and challenges. See the five stages of kidney failure, treatment, and FAQs….

Care At Home

July 2023
Comfort care is a specialized type of care focused on alleviating pain, maximizing comfort, and enhancing quality of life in people with a terminal…