Ruth Winter, MS, is an American journalist and an award-winning science writer, known for her extensive publications on health, food safety, and medicine. She has authored numerous books and contributed to major publications and television programs. Alongside her husband, neurosurgeon Arthur Winter MD, she co-authored "Neck Pain: Causes, Prevention and Treatment," a practical guide to understanding and managing neck pain. The `FICS` referenced in the author name often stands for 'Fellow of the International College of Surgeons', a post-nominal title typically associated with her co-author, Dr. Arthur Winter.