I’ve been hearing a lot about false negative COVID test results. Can you explain?
Data and Metrics Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: The false negative rate is the % of infected individuals who incorrectly test negative for COVID. For example, a hot-off-the-press NPR article reports a 15% false negative rate for Abbott’s new rapid COVID test. A 15% false negative rate indicates that out of 100 infected individuals, 15 would incorrectly test negative. How do we Read more…
I now know a little more about serological testing and antibodies. But I still have questions. For example, I read about antibody studies in California that say as many as 4% of all people have had the coronavirus. What does this mean?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The short answer, as statistician Thomas Lumley says, is that “counting rare things is hard.” There is much we still don’t know about antibody testing for COVID-19 (levels of detection, interpretation, length/duration/extent of immunity). One issue is the testing itself. While current active illness tests (swab/PCR) are very accurate when performed correctly and at Read more…
I need to make an essential trip on public transportation. How do I stay safe?
Staying Safe Travel
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Cover your face; use a disposable tissue to touch shared surfaces; immediately sanitize/wash hands after riding. Business Insider provides more helpful, evidence-based transit (public and otherwise) tips in this article. It ranks transportation from “most” to “least” risky (the former: cruise ships; the latter: traveling alone by car), and provides guidance on how to Read more…
Can’t I please just visit just one friend?
Socializing
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great explainer and data visualization from some top notch social network scientists: “Humans are social animals, and reducing connectivity in social networks is hard. Every additional connection that we can postpone until COVID-19 is under control has the potential to save one or more lives. Yes, every one. You may never know whether it made Read more…
Home haircut help, please!!!
Staying Safe
A: Pro tips: (1) Start small; (2) Avoid horizontal lines; (3) NO NEW BANGS! (for heaven’s sake!) More helpful guidance from hair stylists in this Wired article. Great tips for all types of hair: long, short, curly, textured, kid-specific issues, etc. Link to original FB post
Dear Pandemic, I’m having trouble sleeping. Help!
Uncategorized
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Now more than ever, we need to prioritize our sleep. Sufficient restorative sleep improves physical health (including immune function), psychological well-being, and cognition. Here are some tips from the Sleep Research Society to help you sleep during a pandemic. Highlights include: * Wake up at the same time every day. * Get bright light Read more…
Is the antiviral drug remdesivir the new “miracle solution” to COVID-19?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: The false negative rate is the % of infected individuals who incorrectly test negative for COVID. For example, a hot-off-the-press NPR article reports a 15% false negative rate for Abbott’s new rapid COVID test. A 15% false negative rate indicates that out of 100 infected individuals, 15 would incorrectly test negative. How do we Read more…
I now know a little more about serological testing and antibodies. But I still have questions. For example, I read about antibody studies in California that say as many as 4% of all people have had the coronavirus. What does this mean?
Testing and Contact TracingAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The short answer, as statistician Thomas Lumley says, is that “counting rare things is hard.” There is much we still don’t know about antibody testing for COVID-19 (levels of detection, interpretation, length/duration/extent of immunity). One issue is the testing itself. While current active illness tests (swab/PCR) are very accurate when performed correctly and at Read more…
I need to make an essential trip on public transportation. How do I stay safe?
Staying Safe Travel
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Cover your face; use a disposable tissue to touch shared surfaces; immediately sanitize/wash hands after riding. Business Insider provides more helpful, evidence-based transit (public and otherwise) tips in this article. It ranks transportation from “most” to “least” risky (the former: cruise ships; the latter: traveling alone by car), and provides guidance on how to Read more…
Can’t I please just visit just one friend?
Socializing
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great explainer and data visualization from some top notch social network scientists: “Humans are social animals, and reducing connectivity in social networks is hard. Every additional connection that we can postpone until COVID-19 is under control has the potential to save one or more lives. Yes, every one. You may never know whether it made Read more…
Home haircut help, please!!!
Staying Safe
A: Pro tips: (1) Start small; (2) Avoid horizontal lines; (3) NO NEW BANGS! (for heaven’s sake!) More helpful guidance from hair stylists in this Wired article. Great tips for all types of hair: long, short, curly, textured, kid-specific issues, etc. Link to original FB post
Dear Pandemic, I’m having trouble sleeping. Help!
Uncategorized
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Now more than ever, we need to prioritize our sleep. Sufficient restorative sleep improves physical health (including immune function), psychological well-being, and cognition. Here are some tips from the Sleep Research Society to help you sleep during a pandemic. Highlights include: * Wake up at the same time every day. * Get bright light Read more…
Is the antiviral drug remdesivir the new “miracle solution” to COVID-19?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: The short answer, as statistician Thomas Lumley says, is that “counting rare things is hard.” There is much we still don’t know about antibody testing for COVID-19 (levels of detection, interpretation, length/duration/extent of immunity). One issue is the testing itself. While current active illness tests (swab/PCR) are very accurate when performed correctly and at Read more…
I need to make an essential trip on public transportation. How do I stay safe?
Staying Safe TravelLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Cover your face; use a disposable tissue to touch shared surfaces; immediately sanitize/wash hands after riding. Business Insider provides more helpful, evidence-based transit (public and otherwise) tips in this article. It ranks transportation from “most” to “least” risky (the former: cruise ships; the latter: traveling alone by car), and provides guidance on how to Read more…
Can’t I please just visit just one friend?
Socializing
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great explainer and data visualization from some top notch social network scientists: “Humans are social animals, and reducing connectivity in social networks is hard. Every additional connection that we can postpone until COVID-19 is under control has the potential to save one or more lives. Yes, every one. You may never know whether it made Read more…
Home haircut help, please!!!
Staying Safe
A: Pro tips: (1) Start small; (2) Avoid horizontal lines; (3) NO NEW BANGS! (for heaven’s sake!) More helpful guidance from hair stylists in this Wired article. Great tips for all types of hair: long, short, curly, textured, kid-specific issues, etc. Link to original FB post
Dear Pandemic, I’m having trouble sleeping. Help!
Uncategorized
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Now more than ever, we need to prioritize our sleep. Sufficient restorative sleep improves physical health (including immune function), psychological well-being, and cognition. Here are some tips from the Sleep Research Society to help you sleep during a pandemic. Highlights include: * Wake up at the same time every day. * Get bright light Read more…
Is the antiviral drug remdesivir the new “miracle solution” to COVID-19?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Cover your face; use a disposable tissue to touch shared surfaces; immediately sanitize/wash hands after riding. Business Insider provides more helpful, evidence-based transit (public and otherwise) tips in this article. It ranks transportation from “most” to “least” risky (the former: cruise ships; the latter: traveling alone by car), and provides guidance on how to Read more…
Can’t I please just visit just one friend?
SocializingJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great explainer and data visualization from some top notch social network scientists: “Humans are social animals, and reducing connectivity in social networks is hard. Every additional connection that we can postpone until COVID-19 is under control has the potential to save one or more lives. Yes, every one. You may never know whether it made Read more…
Home haircut help, please!!!
Staying Safe
A: Pro tips: (1) Start small; (2) Avoid horizontal lines; (3) NO NEW BANGS! (for heaven’s sake!) More helpful guidance from hair stylists in this Wired article. Great tips for all types of hair: long, short, curly, textured, kid-specific issues, etc. Link to original FB post
Dear Pandemic, I’m having trouble sleeping. Help!
Uncategorized
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Now more than ever, we need to prioritize our sleep. Sufficient restorative sleep improves physical health (including immune function), psychological well-being, and cognition. Here are some tips from the Sleep Research Society to help you sleep during a pandemic. Highlights include: * Wake up at the same time every day. * Get bright light Read more…
Is the antiviral drug remdesivir the new “miracle solution” to COVID-19?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
Great explainer and data visualization from some top notch social network scientists: “Humans are social animals, and reducing connectivity in social networks is hard. Every additional connection that we can postpone until COVID-19 is under control has the potential to save one or more lives. Yes, every one. You may never know whether it made Read more…
Home haircut help, please!!!
Staying SafeA: Pro tips: (1) Start small; (2) Avoid horizontal lines; (3) NO NEW BANGS! (for heaven’s sake!) More helpful guidance from hair stylists in this Wired article. Great tips for all types of hair: long, short, curly, textured, kid-specific issues, etc. Link to original FB post
Dear Pandemic, I’m having trouble sleeping. Help!
UncategorizedLauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Now more than ever, we need to prioritize our sleep. Sufficient restorative sleep improves physical health (including immune function), psychological well-being, and cognition. Here are some tips from the Sleep Research Society to help you sleep during a pandemic. Highlights include: * Wake up at the same time every day. * Get bright light Read more…
Is the antiviral drug remdesivir the new “miracle solution” to COVID-19?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Now more than ever, we need to prioritize our sleep. Sufficient restorative sleep improves physical health (including immune function), psychological well-being, and cognition. Here are some tips from the Sleep Research Society to help you sleep during a pandemic. Highlights include: * Wake up at the same time every day. * Get bright light Read more…
Is the antiviral drug remdesivir the new “miracle solution” to COVID-19?
TreatmentsAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Promising preliminary results from an uncontrolled study, but more evidence needed. News broke late this week about results from a study at the University of Chicago of 125 COVID-19 patients, 113 of whom were severe cases. The patients in the trial were given a daily intravenous infusion of remdesivir, an antiviral medication produced by Read more…
Is my online shopping for non-essential items supporting the economy or putting people at risk?
Reopening Staying SafeAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Probably a bit of both. Online shopping for non-essential items may help maintain employment for some while blunting the financial losses many companies are facing. At the same time, unsafe practices and reliance on mail delivery place many workers at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Here are some tips, and a great article by Read more…
What does contact tracing look like now, what could it look like in the future and do I need to be worried about privacy?
Testing and Contact TracingAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Health departments are notified when an individual tests positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing staff reach out to new cases by phone to determine who (i.e., friends, family, co-workers) they may have had close contact with (within 6 ft) beginning with the days leading up to the onset of their symptoms, as well as what Read more…
How do we best protect front-line physicians when society reopens?
Reopening Testing and Contact TracingLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
Reopening
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: A relentless focus on the three “Ts” — TEST, TRACE, and TREAT. (And, for all that is good and holy, more PPE). The Nerdy Girls are proud supporters of the amazing physician leaders at Impact, authors of this U.S. News and World Report article. cc: Vinny Arora Eve Bloomgarden Pfanzelter Laura Zimmermann Shikha Jain Kumar Amisha Wallia Link Read more…
When will we go back to normal?
ReopeningAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: “There is no going back (to normal). The only way out is through.” This Atlantic article summarizes key steps as the United States enters the next phases of this pandemic. 1) Reopening – We are currently in lockdown (in most places) which was the last line of defense in slowing the spread of the Read more…
What is an “infectious dose?” What is the “viral load”? Does high viral load increase ability to pass the virus to others?
Biology/Immunity Infection and SpreadJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Full explainer in the link below from two microbiology Profs. “In general, the more virus you have in your airways, the more you will release when you exhale or cough, although there is a lot of person-to-person variation. Multiple studies have reported that patients have the highest viral load of the coronavirus at the Read more…
Are COVID-19 deaths being undercounted?
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Yes, very likely. Since thus far most COVID-19 deaths are only recorded as such if the person has tested positive prior to death, deaths at home or in nursing/care homes and even in hospitals may not be counted. In New York City this week, officials released additional data on “presumptive” cases due to their Read more…
DATA NERD ALERT
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact Tracing
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
StatNews has produced a cool new data dashboard with county-level COVID preparedness scores. The tool synthesizes a variety of county-level factors (e.g. access to care, % population at risk for severe infections, and socioeconomic vulnerability) and incorporates epidemiological estimates from a leading modeling group (IHME at the University of Washington). EDITED UPDATE: The dashboard is Read more…
I have been hearing about CT scans as possibly being better at testing for COVID-19 than the current swab test. Is this true?
Clinical Symptoms Testing and Contact TracingAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: It’s a little more complicated. Experts believe that the false negative rate (people who have a negative test result but are actually positive) can be around 30% with the swab test, generally due to improper sample collection. CT scans check for lung appearance, specifically ”ground glass” opacities, which are common to several diseases (pneumonia, Read more…
COVID-19 Multilingual Resources
Staying SafeAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
Reopening
A: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
Treatments
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
Q: I know where to find information on COVID-19. But how can I share this information with clients/patients/friends/people in my family who do not speak English as a primary language? A: While we have a long way to go in making information equally accessible to all populations, there are some excellent resources out there. Here Read more…
Okay the curve seems to be flattening in my area… so now what’s the plan?
ReopeningA: Hey great job! All the hard work we have done to cooperate on social distancing really is working! In many areas the new case counts are starting to flatten or even fall. So you might be wondering–now what? Can we all go back to normal? Short answer: several things need to fall into place Read more…
What is proning?
TreatmentsLauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and Spread
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: Proning refers to putting patients on their stomachs rather than their backs. It helps with getting oxygen to the patients’ lungs. Link to CNN Article on Proning Link to original FB post
What do individuals who are infected with coronavirus and are asymptomatic, pre-symptomatic or mildly symptomatic have in common?
Infection and SpreadAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
Masks
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: All three types of infected individuals may be able to transmit coronavirus to others without realizing they themselves have been infected. ASYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that carry the active virus in their body but never develop any symptoms. PRE-SYMPTOMATIC individuals are those that have been infected with the virus but haven’t started to show Read more…
What is the correct way to wear a cloth mask?
MasksAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
A: CDC recommends your cloth mask: -fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face -be secured with ties or ear loops -include multiple layers of fabric -allow for breathing without restriction -be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape Most importantly, cloth masks are to be worn Read more…
