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March 29, 2020

Is social distancing worth it?

Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley-Ritter-PhD
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD

A: ABSOLUTELY YES. The financial hardships are real and very painful. Without social distancing to slow the disease over the next weeks and months, economic hardship will be DEEPER and LONGER. Here is a summary of an article showing the extreme economic value of social distancing. Key Points:  The projected mortality benefits of social distancing Read more…

March 29, 2020

Should we all be wearing masks?

Infection and Spread Masks
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA

A: “Asking eight health authorities will elicit eight different answers.” There’s been much buzz in recent days about whether or not the general public should be wearing masks. These two articles provide a nice review of the evidence. (The quote above is from the Quartz article) Key take-aways: (1) Where the evidence is absolutely clear: Read more…

March 29, 2020

Support for Parents

Families/Kids Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH

Finding support when you need it (like through Child Mind Institute with daily live chats) can also help. Child Mind Institute Resources for Parents Link to original FB post

March 29, 2020

Wondering how you can help your children and families during this time?

Families/Kids Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH

A: Managing your own anxiety, being clear and concise, and keeping a schedule can help. Finding support when you need it (like through Child Mind Institute with daily live chats) can also help. Link to Child Mind Institute Link to original FB post Part 1 Link to original FB post Part 2

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