Why are girls entering puberty earlier?
Reproductive Health![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Alexandra-Hall.png)
Alexandra Hall, MD
Girls are getting their first period at younger and younger ages, especially girls of color and of low socioeconomic status. Potential reasons include both higher BMI and stress, but it’s still not fully understood. This change is important, as earlier sexual maturation brings with it concerns for both physical and social health. A recent study of over Read more…
June 19, 2024
Honoring Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth
Social and Racial Justice
Gretchen Peterson, Chief Operations Officer
Today Those Nerdy Girls honor Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth. We first wrote about her last year (scroll down to read that post) and now want to give you some exciting updates on her amazing life and contributions to society. 🟣 On May 3, 2024, Dr. Lee was awarded the Presidential Medal of Read more…
June 18, 2024
Who is most exposed to PFAS (forever chemicals)?
Health & Wellness Hot Health Topics
Chana Davis, PhD
Certain jobs and communities face higher exposure to PFAS (a type of forever chemical) and a higher risk of health impacts. Three jobs with higher exposure to PFAS are: firefighters, ski wax technicians, and chemical manufacturing workers. Communities near facilities that make or use PFAS may also have increased exposure. Those Nerdy Girls recommends caution, Read more…
June 17, 2024
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
Health & Wellness Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
June 15, 2024
This month I’m seeing Pride 🏳️🌈 and Trans 🏳️⚧️ flags everywhere. What is that all about?
Social and Racial Justice
June is Pride Month in the U.S. and many countries around the world. (Pride is celebrated during other months in countries such as Denmark.) Pride events serve to celebrate, honor, uplift, educate, and increase understanding and visibility for and among members of Queer communities and their families and loved ones. Visibility is important because it Read more…
June 14, 2024
Are there any updates on COVID-19 we should know about?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
A: Here is what’s new in the realm of COVID-19 right now: In a nutshell: ➡️ There is a new COVID variant family called FLiRT that may lead to an increase in cases this summer. ➡️ Current vaccines will provide some protection against FLiRT variants. ➡️ Data so far does not suggest that FLiRT variants Read more…
June 11, 2024
Are mineral sunscreens *really* better than chemical ones?
Health & Wellness Staying Safe
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed into the body, so they may be safer than chemical ones. But when you need sunscreen, any type of sunscreen is better than none. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best way to avoid skin cancer and visible signs of sun damage. While it’s true that some people have Read more…
June 10, 2024
Q: Are there more whooping cough cases occurring than normal?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
June 7, 2024
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
Girls are getting their first period at younger and younger ages, especially girls of color and of low socioeconomic status. Potential reasons include both higher BMI and stress, but it’s still not fully understood. This change is important, as earlier sexual maturation brings with it concerns for both physical and social health. A recent study of over Read more…
Honoring Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth
Social and Racial Justice![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/IMG_2850-scaled-e1684508504593.jpeg)
Gretchen Peterson, Chief Operations Officer
Today Those Nerdy Girls honor Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth. We first wrote about her last year (scroll down to read that post) and now want to give you some exciting updates on her amazing life and contributions to society. 🟣 On May 3, 2024, Dr. Lee was awarded the Presidential Medal of Read more…
June 18, 2024
Who is most exposed to PFAS (forever chemicals)?
Health & Wellness Hot Health Topics
Chana Davis, PhD
Certain jobs and communities face higher exposure to PFAS (a type of forever chemical) and a higher risk of health impacts. Three jobs with higher exposure to PFAS are: firefighters, ski wax technicians, and chemical manufacturing workers. Communities near facilities that make or use PFAS may also have increased exposure. Those Nerdy Girls recommends caution, Read more…
June 17, 2024
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
Health & Wellness Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
June 15, 2024
This month I’m seeing Pride 🏳️🌈 and Trans 🏳️⚧️ flags everywhere. What is that all about?
Social and Racial Justice
June is Pride Month in the U.S. and many countries around the world. (Pride is celebrated during other months in countries such as Denmark.) Pride events serve to celebrate, honor, uplift, educate, and increase understanding and visibility for and among members of Queer communities and their families and loved ones. Visibility is important because it Read more…
June 14, 2024
Are there any updates on COVID-19 we should know about?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
A: Here is what’s new in the realm of COVID-19 right now: In a nutshell: ➡️ There is a new COVID variant family called FLiRT that may lead to an increase in cases this summer. ➡️ Current vaccines will provide some protection against FLiRT variants. ➡️ Data so far does not suggest that FLiRT variants Read more…
June 11, 2024
Are mineral sunscreens *really* better than chemical ones?
Health & Wellness Staying Safe
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed into the body, so they may be safer than chemical ones. But when you need sunscreen, any type of sunscreen is better than none. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best way to avoid skin cancer and visible signs of sun damage. While it’s true that some people have Read more…
June 10, 2024
Q: Are there more whooping cough cases occurring than normal?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
June 7, 2024
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
Today Those Nerdy Girls honor Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth. We first wrote about her last year (scroll down to read that post) and now want to give you some exciting updates on her amazing life and contributions to society. 🟣 On May 3, 2024, Dr. Lee was awarded the Presidential Medal of Read more…
Who is most exposed to PFAS (forever chemicals)?
Health & Wellness Hot Health Topics![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Image-from-iOS-3.jpg)
Chana Davis, PhD
Certain jobs and communities face higher exposure to PFAS (a type of forever chemical) and a higher risk of health impacts. Three jobs with higher exposure to PFAS are: firefighters, ski wax technicians, and chemical manufacturing workers. Communities near facilities that make or use PFAS may also have increased exposure. Those Nerdy Girls recommends caution, Read more…
June 17, 2024
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
Health & Wellness Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
June 15, 2024
This month I’m seeing Pride 🏳️🌈 and Trans 🏳️⚧️ flags everywhere. What is that all about?
Social and Racial Justice
June is Pride Month in the U.S. and many countries around the world. (Pride is celebrated during other months in countries such as Denmark.) Pride events serve to celebrate, honor, uplift, educate, and increase understanding and visibility for and among members of Queer communities and their families and loved ones. Visibility is important because it Read more…
June 14, 2024
Are there any updates on COVID-19 we should know about?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
A: Here is what’s new in the realm of COVID-19 right now: In a nutshell: ➡️ There is a new COVID variant family called FLiRT that may lead to an increase in cases this summer. ➡️ Current vaccines will provide some protection against FLiRT variants. ➡️ Data so far does not suggest that FLiRT variants Read more…
June 11, 2024
Are mineral sunscreens *really* better than chemical ones?
Health & Wellness Staying Safe
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed into the body, so they may be safer than chemical ones. But when you need sunscreen, any type of sunscreen is better than none. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best way to avoid skin cancer and visible signs of sun damage. While it’s true that some people have Read more…
June 10, 2024
Q: Are there more whooping cough cases occurring than normal?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
June 7, 2024
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
Certain jobs and communities face higher exposure to PFAS (a type of forever chemical) and a higher risk of health impacts. Three jobs with higher exposure to PFAS are: firefighters, ski wax technicians, and chemical manufacturing workers. Communities near facilities that make or use PFAS may also have increased exposure. Those Nerdy Girls recommends caution, Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
Health & Wellness VideosThose Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
This month I’m seeing Pride 🏳️🌈 and Trans 🏳️⚧️ flags everywhere. What is that all about?
Social and Racial JusticeJune is Pride Month in the U.S. and many countries around the world. (Pride is celebrated during other months in countries such as Denmark.) Pride events serve to celebrate, honor, uplift, educate, and increase understanding and visibility for and among members of Queer communities and their families and loved ones. Visibility is important because it Read more…
Are there any updates on COVID-19 we should know about?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG-7017-e1715694272198.jpg)
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
A: Here is what’s new in the realm of COVID-19 right now: In a nutshell: ➡️ There is a new COVID variant family called FLiRT that may lead to an increase in cases this summer. ➡️ Current vaccines will provide some protection against FLiRT variants. ➡️ Data so far does not suggest that FLiRT variants Read more…
June 11, 2024
Are mineral sunscreens *really* better than chemical ones?
Health & Wellness Staying Safe
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed into the body, so they may be safer than chemical ones. But when you need sunscreen, any type of sunscreen is better than none. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best way to avoid skin cancer and visible signs of sun damage. While it’s true that some people have Read more…
June 10, 2024
Q: Are there more whooping cough cases occurring than normal?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
June 7, 2024
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
A: Here is what’s new in the realm of COVID-19 right now: In a nutshell: ➡️ There is a new COVID variant family called FLiRT that may lead to an increase in cases this summer. ➡️ Current vaccines will provide some protection against FLiRT variants. ➡️ Data so far does not suggest that FLiRT variants Read more…
Are mineral sunscreens *really* better than chemical ones?
Health & Wellness Staying Safe![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Berryhill-Daphne-contributor-scaled-e1715720179360.jpg)
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed into the body, so they may be safer than chemical ones. But when you need sunscreen, any type of sunscreen is better than none. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best way to avoid skin cancer and visible signs of sun damage. While it’s true that some people have Read more…
June 10, 2024
Q: Are there more whooping cough cases occurring than normal?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
June 7, 2024
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
Mineral sunscreens aren’t absorbed into the body, so they may be safer than chemical ones. But when you need sunscreen, any type of sunscreen is better than none. Protecting your skin from the sun is the best way to avoid skin cancer and visible signs of sun damage. While it’s true that some people have Read more…
Q: Are there more whooping cough cases occurring than normal?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SimanekAmanda2022.5-1-e1663247212601.jpg)
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
June 7, 2024
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
A: In the first 5 months of 2024, there were nearly 3 times the number of cases reported in the U.S. by this time last year. Cases are also up globally. Make sure you are up-to-date on this vaccine! TL; DR: Whooping cough cases are on the rise. Key time points for this vaccine are Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
Families/Kids Staying Safe![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Sarah-e1605206437616.jpg)
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
June 5, 2024
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
![Those Nerdy Girls](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/HsIjfwO4c7WN2Z22lgbIcYfhIIUDbFUthoWzvCse-1024x403.jpg)
Your support helps provide practical and factual health information to all.
Your support matters. Thanks to a generous, anonymous donor, we are hosting a matching gift campaign from June 17-27, 2024. Every dollar you donate will be matched (up to $5,000), doubling your impact. Right now, your contribution will go twice as far in helping us combat misinformation and promote public health.
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
2023 TNG Annual Report
Uncategorized![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Sarah-Gorman.png)
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
June 4, 2024
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
It’s hard to believe that Those Nerdy Girls is now four years old! As we continue to grow and expand as a sustainable organization, we are pleased to introduce our first Annual Report. While preparing this overview, we were once again filled with gratitude for your generous support in 2023. Your contributions have been instrumental Read more…
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?
Infectious Diseases Long COVID Treatments![](https://thosenerdygirls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG-7017-e1715694272198.jpg)
Elisabeth Adkins Marnik, PhD
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
Unfortunately, data is mixed on the usefulness of Paxlovid for the prevention of long COVID. We need more data, including clinical trials that are carefully designed, to evaluate whether or not there is a benefit. Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to lingering symptoms that emerge in some individuals following a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read more…
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