How can I help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes Read more…
Do kids need COVID-19 vaccines?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Yes. Kids need COVID-19 vaccines. It is safe. It is necessary. When we compare kids who get COVID-19 to kids who do not get COVID-19, we see quite clearly that kids CAN and DO get really sick, and it is worth protecting them. And when we compare vaccinated kids to unvaccinated kids, the results Read more…
¿Qué tan bien funcionan las pruebas rápidas de antígenos para detectar COVID-19? ¿Es suficiente una sola prueba de antígeno?
Posts en Español Testing and Contact Tracing
Tita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Las pruebas rápidas de antígenos de COVID-19 detectan muy bien el virus SARS-CoV-2 cuando se usan en el momento adecuado, es decir, cuando los niveles virales son altos. La repetición de la prueba es una forma poderosa de detectar más infecciones por SARS-CoV-2 y reducir los falsos negativos (un falso negativo ocurre cuando el resultado Read more…
Is the nasal spray flu vaccine as good as the flu shot?
Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: The flu shot and flu nasal spray vaccines are about equally effective at preventing influenza illness and complications. There are many flu vaccine options, but the best thing is for all people age 6 months and up to get vaccinated. The best flu vaccine is the one you can (and are willing) to get! Read more…
💥 Updated boosters approved for kids down to age 5 in the US
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For those anxiously waiting, your 5-11 year-old can now get an Omicron-updated bivalent booster. (Everyone ages 12+ is already eligible). ❓ What are the options for bivalent boosters? ➡️ Moderna: Ages 6 and up ➡️ Pfizer: Ages 5 and up The booster is available to anyone *at least* two months since their last shot (whether Read more…
Are psychiatric medications over- or under-prescribed in children?
Families/Kids
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
First, take care of yourself. You can’t help others if you don’t do this. Then you can: 1: Help with the basics. 2: Talk about mental health openly. 3: Offer support for what the person needs most. HELP WITH THE BASICS: -Focus on the basic pillars of wellness. -Remind the person that the little changes Read more…
Do kids need COVID-19 vaccines?
Families/Kids VaccinesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Yes. Kids need COVID-19 vaccines. It is safe. It is necessary. When we compare kids who get COVID-19 to kids who do not get COVID-19, we see quite clearly that kids CAN and DO get really sick, and it is worth protecting them. And when we compare vaccinated kids to unvaccinated kids, the results Read more…
¿Qué tan bien funcionan las pruebas rápidas de antígenos para detectar COVID-19? ¿Es suficiente una sola prueba de antígeno?
Posts en Español Testing and Contact Tracing
Tita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Las pruebas rápidas de antígenos de COVID-19 detectan muy bien el virus SARS-CoV-2 cuando se usan en el momento adecuado, es decir, cuando los niveles virales son altos. La repetición de la prueba es una forma poderosa de detectar más infecciones por SARS-CoV-2 y reducir los falsos negativos (un falso negativo ocurre cuando el resultado Read more…
Is the nasal spray flu vaccine as good as the flu shot?
Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: The flu shot and flu nasal spray vaccines are about equally effective at preventing influenza illness and complications. There are many flu vaccine options, but the best thing is for all people age 6 months and up to get vaccinated. The best flu vaccine is the one you can (and are willing) to get! Read more…
💥 Updated boosters approved for kids down to age 5 in the US
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For those anxiously waiting, your 5-11 year-old can now get an Omicron-updated bivalent booster. (Everyone ages 12+ is already eligible). ❓ What are the options for bivalent boosters? ➡️ Moderna: Ages 6 and up ➡️ Pfizer: Ages 5 and up The booster is available to anyone *at least* two months since their last shot (whether Read more…
Are psychiatric medications over- or under-prescribed in children?
Families/Kids
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
A: Yes. Kids need COVID-19 vaccines. It is safe. It is necessary. When we compare kids who get COVID-19 to kids who do not get COVID-19, we see quite clearly that kids CAN and DO get really sick, and it is worth protecting them. And when we compare vaccinated kids to unvaccinated kids, the results Read more…
¿Qué tan bien funcionan las pruebas rápidas de antígenos para detectar COVID-19? ¿Es suficiente una sola prueba de antígeno?
Posts en Español Testing and Contact TracingTita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Las pruebas rápidas de antígenos de COVID-19 detectan muy bien el virus SARS-CoV-2 cuando se usan en el momento adecuado, es decir, cuando los niveles virales son altos. La repetición de la prueba es una forma poderosa de detectar más infecciones por SARS-CoV-2 y reducir los falsos negativos (un falso negativo ocurre cuando el resultado Read more…
Is the nasal spray flu vaccine as good as the flu shot?
Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: The flu shot and flu nasal spray vaccines are about equally effective at preventing influenza illness and complications. There are many flu vaccine options, but the best thing is for all people age 6 months and up to get vaccinated. The best flu vaccine is the one you can (and are willing) to get! Read more…
💥 Updated boosters approved for kids down to age 5 in the US
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For those anxiously waiting, your 5-11 year-old can now get an Omicron-updated bivalent booster. (Everyone ages 12+ is already eligible). ❓ What are the options for bivalent boosters? ➡️ Moderna: Ages 6 and up ➡️ Pfizer: Ages 5 and up The booster is available to anyone *at least* two months since their last shot (whether Read more…
Are psychiatric medications over- or under-prescribed in children?
Families/Kids
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
Las pruebas rápidas de antígenos de COVID-19 detectan muy bien el virus SARS-CoV-2 cuando se usan en el momento adecuado, es decir, cuando los niveles virales son altos. La repetición de la prueba es una forma poderosa de detectar más infecciones por SARS-CoV-2 y reducir los falsos negativos (un falso negativo ocurre cuando el resultado Read more…
Is the nasal spray flu vaccine as good as the flu shot?
VaccinesSarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: The flu shot and flu nasal spray vaccines are about equally effective at preventing influenza illness and complications. There are many flu vaccine options, but the best thing is for all people age 6 months and up to get vaccinated. The best flu vaccine is the one you can (and are willing) to get! Read more…
💥 Updated boosters approved for kids down to age 5 in the US
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For those anxiously waiting, your 5-11 year-old can now get an Omicron-updated bivalent booster. (Everyone ages 12+ is already eligible). ❓ What are the options for bivalent boosters? ➡️ Moderna: Ages 6 and up ➡️ Pfizer: Ages 5 and up The booster is available to anyone *at least* two months since their last shot (whether Read more…
Are psychiatric medications over- or under-prescribed in children?
Families/Kids
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
A: The flu shot and flu nasal spray vaccines are about equally effective at preventing influenza illness and complications. There are many flu vaccine options, but the best thing is for all people age 6 months and up to get vaccinated. The best flu vaccine is the one you can (and are willing) to get! Read more…
💥 Updated boosters approved for kids down to age 5 in the US
Families/Kids VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For those anxiously waiting, your 5-11 year-old can now get an Omicron-updated bivalent booster. (Everyone ages 12+ is already eligible). ❓ What are the options for bivalent boosters? ➡️ Moderna: Ages 6 and up ➡️ Pfizer: Ages 5 and up The booster is available to anyone *at least* two months since their last shot (whether Read more…
Are psychiatric medications over- or under-prescribed in children?
Families/Kids
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
For those anxiously waiting, your 5-11 year-old can now get an Omicron-updated bivalent booster. (Everyone ages 12+ is already eligible). ❓ What are the options for bivalent boosters? ➡️ Moderna: Ages 6 and up ➡️ Pfizer: Ages 5 and up The booster is available to anyone *at least* two months since their last shot (whether Read more…
Are psychiatric medications over- or under-prescribed in children?
Families/KidsSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
A: Psychiatric medications (e.g., antidepressants, antipsychotics, and stimulants for disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are likely under-prescribed in some situations and over-prescribed in others. Psychiatric medications work best when used in combination with other treatments, such as evidence-based psychotherapies. Approximately 1 in 6 children under the age of 18 has a psychiatric disorder Read more…
Are you interested in joining our new Social Media Squad?
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls want to reach new audiences, and we are recruiting volunteers for our new Social Media Squad! Read on to learn how to join the team. Over the last two+ years, Those Nerdy Girls have grown from a small group of volunteers to a much larger team (still all volunteers!). We continue to Read more…
Today, October 11, 2022 is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl.
Social and Racial JusticeMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
This celebration was started by the United Nations in 2011 to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊Works to protect and fulfill their human rights Did you know? Globally, Read more…
Can the COVID-19 vaccine or booster cause me to get a false positive COVID-19 test result?
Testing and Contact Tracing VaccinesAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive Health
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
A: No. Totally impossible. TL; DR: COVID-19 tests detect presence of the actual virus, which is not contained in any COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccines cannot cause a false positive result on these tests. COVID-19 vaccines *do not* contain any SARS-CoV-2 virus, they just teach our immune system to make antibodies against the *spike protein* Read more…
📗 Un nuevo libro – Una Guía para Chicas de la Pubertad y los Periodos Menstruales (Edición en Español) – introduce el tema de la pubertad como un proceso natural y normal a través de historias personales escritas por niñas.
Posts en Español Reproductive HealthSandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial Justice
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
También incluye información verídica y consejos prácticos desarrollados por expertos en salud pública de Columbia Public Health en Nueva York en EE.UU. Escrito para niñas de 9 a 14 años, el libro tiene el objetivo de empoderar a las jóvenes a sentirse más seguras y conocedoras de los cambios físicos de sus cuerpos. Una Guía Read more…
Indigenous People’s Day: Vaccine Hesitancy Within Tribal Communities
Social and Racial JusticeMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
To honor Indigenous People’s Day Those Nerdy Girls would like to ACKNOWLEDGE the understandable occurrence of vaccine hesitancy within tribal communities due to hundreds of years of broken treaties and medical tyranny like forced sterilization. We would also like to CELEBRATE that in the context of this justified mistrust, tribal communities have overcome some of Read more…
⚠️ A critical review of Florida’s recent vaccine analysis ⚠️
Uncertainty and MisinformationKristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
Florida recently announced the results of an analysis that they performed, claiming the results show “an increased risk of cardiac-related death among men 18-39” for the mRNA vaccines. Based on this analysis, they recommend this group not receive these vaccines. This is a bold recommendation. Is it justified? ✅ Short answer: no. A few things Read more…
Por favor, ¡vacúnese contra la gripe!
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español VaccinesAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
Una pequeña nota de #impact4hc Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
¿Cuándo es el mejor momento para vacunarme contra la gripe?
Infectious Diseases Posts en Español VaccinesAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
Vacunarse contra la influenza antes de fines de octubre es una excelente manera de protegerse. Aunque está disponible a partir de julio, recibir una vacuna en septiembre u octubre ayuda a protegerlo durante la parte de la temporada de gripe que normalmente tiene las tasas más altas de infecciones. ❓🤔¿Cuándo es temporada de gripe? La Read more…
Survivor’s Guilt
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
Q: I have a family member who died of COVID-19 but I am still here. I feel grief, sadness, and overwhelm. I also feel guilty. What is this and what do I do? A: A lot of people are going through this right now. You aren’t alone. What you are experiencing is probably something called Read more…
¿Dónde puedo aprender más sobre la salud mental?
Mental Health Posts en EspañolAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
La asociación estadounidense de psiquiatría (conocida como APA por sus siglas en inglés) presenta un nuevo sitio web con información y recursos en español e inglés desarrollados para las comunidades Latinas e hispanohablantes. El sitio incluye información verídica sobre temas de salud mental, incluyendo: la depresión, la violencia doméstica, el estigma, los trastornos por consumo Read more…
What are abortion pills, how do they work, and are they safe?
Reproductive HealthA. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
Treatments
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
A: The abortion pill or medication abortion is one of two options for ending a pregnancy. Medication abortion is extremely safe and effective. It is most effective the earlier in pregnancy you take it. What they are: The abortion pill is also known as medication abortion. It is two medications taken in the first 12 Read more…
Does Paxlovid decrease the risk of hospitalization and death from COVID-19 infection even if you are fully vaccinated?
TreatmentsAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
The short answer is YES. Paxlovid remains an important treatment option for people at high risk for bad outcomes from COVID-19 infection, specifically people over age 50. If you have COVID-19 and are at high risk for complications, Paxlovid is definitely worth discussing with a clinician. While the original Paxlovid clinical trials were conducted in Read more…
Is it still important for my kids to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General Health
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
YES! For kids all the way down to 6 months, it’s never too late to give your child the gift of protection against an infectious disease that has killed more than 1,400 children in the U.S. and hospitalized many more. New real world data show that the COVID-19 vaccine protects against infection and *dramatically* lowers Read more…
Don’t cook chicken in Nyquil. Full stop. It’s gross and dangerous.
General HealthSarah Whitley Coles, MD
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
Nyquil chicken, or “#sleepychicken,” isn’t a new thing. It’s been around for years but has recently made a little come back on TikTok. The idea: boil chicken in Nyquil or other liquid cold medicines. Some videos even encourage draining off the braising liquid of Nyquil and chicken juice back into the Nyquil bottle for future Read more…
