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Freelance health writing

Everything you need to know about becoming a freelance health writer.

health article pitches

LAST UPDATED: February 17, 2025 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

How to craft perfect pitches to health publications

Learn how to craft the perfect pitch to health publications with essential tips and expert advice.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

setting goals for your medical writing career

LAST UPDATED: February 17, 2025 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Setting goals for your medical writing career

Discover how to set effective SMART goals for your freelance health writing career. Learn how to create specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-bound goals to drive your success and growth.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing

How to find clients for your freelance medical writing business

LAST UPDATED: November 15, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

How to find clients for your freelance medical writing business

With clear priorities and some research, you can create a freelance medical writing client list that enhances both your professional growth and personal satisfaction.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

freelance writing income stability

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Health Writer Hub Guest Author

Freelance writing income stability: a guide for health writers

Discover how to achieve financial stability as a freelance health and medical writer.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

The power of findability How to attract freelance clients who find YOU

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Attract freelance clients: The power of findability

Discover how to ditch the hustle with a freelance strategy focused on being findable.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

daily-checklist-for-finding-freelance-medical-writing-clients

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Daily checklist for finding freelance medical writing clients

A handy daily checklist to help you stay focused while you’re getting started as a freelance medical writer.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

invoicing tips for freelance medical writers

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

10 invoicing tips for freelance medical writers

Effective invoicing ensures you’re fairly compensated for your expertise. Follow these 10 tips to streamline the process and build strong client relationships.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

freelance medical writing quote template

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

3 essential freelance medical writing quote templates

Crafting the perfect quote is essential for securing freelance medical writing projects. Here are several different quote templates you can use to tailor your services to diverse project needs.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

find freelance medical writing work

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

How to find freelance medical writing work

New to freelance medical writing and feeling overwhelmed about finding work? Let’s simplify it.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

cold emailing for medical writers

LAST UPDATED: November 14, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Cold emailing to find medical writing clients: Does it work? (And a free cold emailing template)

Cold emailing: Some medical writers swear by it, while others have never had success. So is it hit or miss, or is there an art form to it?

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

what to do when medical writing clients dont pay and a free letter of demand

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Dealing with medical writing clients who don’t pay (and a free letter of demand for you to keep)

Struggling with a medical writing client who isn’t paying? Unfortunately, it happens. Get my free letter of demand and more strategies to help you get your overdue invoices paid in this post.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing

non negotiable terms for freelance medical writers

LAST UPDATED: May 23, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Non-negotiable terms for freelance medical writers

Wondering about the non-negotiable terms you need to include in your contract?

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

the pros and cons of hourly rates

LAST UPDATED: May 23, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

The pros and cons of hourly rates

Wondering if it’s better to charge per hour or per project? Here are the pros and cons of hourly rates for freelance health writers.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

freelance health and medical writing business

LAST UPDATED: May 23, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

3 questions to help you choose a niche for your freelance health & medical writing business

Three essential questions to help you focus and pick the right niche.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

LAST UPDATED: May 1, 2025 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

110 Websites That Accept Health Article Pitches for Writers

Your guide to getting published this year.

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Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing

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About Michelle Guillemard

Michelle Guillemard is the founder of Health Writer Hub and a seasoned health & medical writer with 20 years of experience. She has taught thousands of writers across 50+ countries, empowering them to create high-quality health content that drives behaviour change and improves public health. As an advocate for AI in health writing, Michelle helps writers stay productive and future-proof their skills.

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The Health & Medical Writing Career Kickstart Guide

Your roadmap to a flexible, fulfilling and financially rewarding writing career

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Health Writing Template Package

My Health Writing Template Package contains 30+ templates to get you writing high-quality, professional health content.

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110 Websites That Accept Health Article Pitches for Writers

Gain access to a curated list of 110 trusted health publications actively seeking fresh content. Each entry includes the publication’s focus and submission guidelines, ensuring you’re prepared to make a lasting impression.

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How to Write Patient Education Materials

Create compelling healthcare copy for health & medical brands and businesses. Learn an evidence-based approach to persuasive writing and gain exclusive industry insights.

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