Introduction
For more than 25 years, Mary Jo DiLonardo has worked in print, online and broadcast journalism. She’s covered a wide range of topics focused on nature, health, science and anything that helps make the world a better place.Experience
DiLonardo is a senior writer and editor who has been with the Mother Nature Network since 2014. She covers pets and animals, health and wellness, nature and sustainability, and all things environmental.She has written extensively for WebMD, helped launch a website for the Arthritis Foundation, and covered a range of topics for CNN.com. She was a senior contributing editor for Atlanta Magazine for more than a dozen years where her pet and school guides won city and regional magazine association awards. DiLonardo is the author of the Random House book “Around Atlanta with Kids.” She also has a background in writing and producing national and local news and entertainment radio shows.
Education
DiLonardo graduated summa cum laude from the University of Cincinnati with a bachelor of fine arts in broadcasting (now called e-media) and a certificate in creative writing. She attended on a full academic scholarship.
American robins migrating 12 days earlier than they did 25 years ago
April 3, 2020, 8:32 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The shift is likely in response to shifting snow conditions as the climate warms.
6 questions pet owners are asking during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 1, 2020, 2:38 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
From veterinary visits to buying dog food, pet owners want to keep their best friends healthy and safe.
6 questions to ask yourself daily for a healthier quarantine mindset
March 25, 2020, 12:15 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Check in with yourself to make sure you're doing OK.
Photo project captures togetherness, even as coronavirus keeps us apart
March 24, 2020, 2:06 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Photographers across the country are capturing families at home during the pandemic for the Front Steps Project.
Homeless pets need your help as coronavirus closes shelters
March 23, 2020, 12:31 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Animal shelters and rescues ask people to open their homes to pets as coronavirus forces the shelters to shut down.
Now we know the reason for the narwhal's tusk
March 20, 2020, 5:19 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Or maybe there's more than one reason.
Why you should plant a victory garden
March 18, 2020, 1:44 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Arm yourself against whatever comes next with seeds and a shovel.
How to get your home and family ready for a coronavirus outbreak
March 18, 2020, 11:26 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
The CDC says we should plan for the possibility of an outbreak.
Why hunkering down for coronavirus matters
March 13, 2020, 2:51 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
It's inconvenient, but history shows it will make a difference.
What you need to know about that mysterious coronavirus
March 12, 2020, 1:40 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
How worried should you be?
Self-care matters more in stressful times
March 12, 2020, 1:19 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
From sleeping and eating well to taking deep breaths, self-care is important when times are tough.
Do I have a cold, the flu or something else?
March 11, 2020, 1:53 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
You feel horrible with any of them, but there are some differences.
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Why is mindfulness beneficial for your health?
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Deserted beaches are a boon to sea turtles during nesting season
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10 surprising home remedies for acid reflux
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6 questions pet owners are asking during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Disinfectants: A guide to killing germs the right way
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9 of the world's largest dog breeds
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10 eye-opening benefits of walking
From your heart to your head, here's why you should lace up your sneakers.
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Self-care matters more in stressful times
From sleeping and eating well to taking deep breaths, self-care is important when times are tough.
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A guide to killing germs the right way
The pros and cons of a variety of germ-busting agents.
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How often do you really need to shower?
Most people think showering once a day is the norm, but there are plenty of people who don't.
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Everything you know about hand-washing is probably wrong
Forget the 'Happy Birthday' song. Get ready to spend way more time washing your hands.
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What is mindfulness?
Defining it can be tricky, but once you have grasped the concept, we've got 5 ways to practice it.
