Are racial and ethnic minorities at a higher risk of dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Social and Racial Justice
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: Unfortunately, from the available data, African Americans and Hispanics are disproportionately represented among COVID-19 deaths in the US. At present, most states are not reporting on the racial and ethnic patterns. There are many pathways through which minorities may have worse outcomes including social, socioeconomic and living circumstances increasing susceptibility to infection, in addition Read more…
What can I do to help with my anxiety? Is it me or is everyone having a hard time right now?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It is normal to feel anxious in our current reality. The important things: Maintain routine, make sure you sleep, keep up with social relationships, unplug from the news (its OK!), and focus on one small positive thing every day. If you need help now, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK. If you Read more…
What is a “cytokine storm?” Why is it important?
Biology/Immunity
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: The immune system’s overreaction to a virus or bacterium. It’s the actual cause of death in many COVID cases, and therefore is the target of numerous experimental treatments. Links: The New York Times Original FB post
Nadia, a tiger at the Bronx zoo, has coronavirus. Do I need to worry about my pets?
Infection and Spread
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Probably not. But if you have symptoms, you should isolate away from your beloved furry friends. For a very helpful explainer of COVID concerns in domestic animals, see this NPR piece. Link to original FB post
What is Hydroxychloroquine used for?
Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are medications used to treat a few autoimmune diseases such as lupus. They are also anti malarial drugs. Although many people have been excited about the potential for them to treat COVID-19, there isn’t strong data to support this possibility. Unfortunately, there have been cases of “medication hoarding” of these drugs—which puts Read more…
Where do I start if I’m interested in making or updating advance care planning documents?
Uncategorized
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
Reopening
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Unfortunately, from the available data, African Americans and Hispanics are disproportionately represented among COVID-19 deaths in the US. At present, most states are not reporting on the racial and ethnic patterns. There are many pathways through which minorities may have worse outcomes including social, socioeconomic and living circumstances increasing susceptibility to infection, in addition Read more…
What can I do to help with my anxiety? Is it me or is everyone having a hard time right now?
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: It is normal to feel anxious in our current reality. The important things: Maintain routine, make sure you sleep, keep up with social relationships, unplug from the news (its OK!), and focus on one small positive thing every day. If you need help now, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK. If you Read more…
What is a “cytokine storm?” Why is it important?
Biology/Immunity
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: The immune system’s overreaction to a virus or bacterium. It’s the actual cause of death in many COVID cases, and therefore is the target of numerous experimental treatments. Links: The New York Times Original FB post
Nadia, a tiger at the Bronx zoo, has coronavirus. Do I need to worry about my pets?
Infection and Spread
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Probably not. But if you have symptoms, you should isolate away from your beloved furry friends. For a very helpful explainer of COVID concerns in domestic animals, see this NPR piece. Link to original FB post
What is Hydroxychloroquine used for?
Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are medications used to treat a few autoimmune diseases such as lupus. They are also anti malarial drugs. Although many people have been excited about the potential for them to treat COVID-19, there isn’t strong data to support this possibility. Unfortunately, there have been cases of “medication hoarding” of these drugs—which puts Read more…
Where do I start if I’m interested in making or updating advance care planning documents?
Uncategorized
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
Reopening
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: It is normal to feel anxious in our current reality. The important things: Maintain routine, make sure you sleep, keep up with social relationships, unplug from the news (its OK!), and focus on one small positive thing every day. If you need help now, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK. If you Read more…
What is a “cytokine storm?” Why is it important?
Biology/ImmunityLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: The immune system’s overreaction to a virus or bacterium. It’s the actual cause of death in many COVID cases, and therefore is the target of numerous experimental treatments. Links: The New York Times Original FB post
Nadia, a tiger at the Bronx zoo, has coronavirus. Do I need to worry about my pets?
Infection and Spread
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Probably not. But if you have symptoms, you should isolate away from your beloved furry friends. For a very helpful explainer of COVID concerns in domestic animals, see this NPR piece. Link to original FB post
What is Hydroxychloroquine used for?
Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are medications used to treat a few autoimmune diseases such as lupus. They are also anti malarial drugs. Although many people have been excited about the potential for them to treat COVID-19, there isn’t strong data to support this possibility. Unfortunately, there have been cases of “medication hoarding” of these drugs—which puts Read more…
Where do I start if I’m interested in making or updating advance care planning documents?
Uncategorized
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
Reopening
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: The immune system’s overreaction to a virus or bacterium. It’s the actual cause of death in many COVID cases, and therefore is the target of numerous experimental treatments. Links: The New York Times Original FB post
Nadia, a tiger at the Bronx zoo, has coronavirus. Do I need to worry about my pets?
Infection and SpreadLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Probably not. But if you have symptoms, you should isolate away from your beloved furry friends. For a very helpful explainer of COVID concerns in domestic animals, see this NPR piece. Link to original FB post
What is Hydroxychloroquine used for?
Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are medications used to treat a few autoimmune diseases such as lupus. They are also anti malarial drugs. Although many people have been excited about the potential for them to treat COVID-19, there isn’t strong data to support this possibility. Unfortunately, there have been cases of “medication hoarding” of these drugs—which puts Read more…
Where do I start if I’m interested in making or updating advance care planning documents?
Uncategorized
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
Reopening
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Probably not. But if you have symptoms, you should isolate away from your beloved furry friends. For a very helpful explainer of COVID concerns in domestic animals, see this NPR piece. Link to original FB post
What is Hydroxychloroquine used for?
TreatmentsJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are medications used to treat a few autoimmune diseases such as lupus. They are also anti malarial drugs. Although many people have been excited about the potential for them to treat COVID-19, there isn’t strong data to support this possibility. Unfortunately, there have been cases of “medication hoarding” of these drugs—which puts Read more…
Where do I start if I’m interested in making or updating advance care planning documents?
Uncategorized
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
Reopening
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are medications used to treat a few autoimmune diseases such as lupus. They are also anti malarial drugs. Although many people have been excited about the potential for them to treat COVID-19, there isn’t strong data to support this possibility. Unfortunately, there have been cases of “medication hoarding” of these drugs—which puts Read more…
Where do I start if I’m interested in making or updating advance care planning documents?
UncategorizedAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
Reopening
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Things to consider when preparing advance care planning documents: 1) Who would you trust to enact your wishes on your behalf? 2) What matters to you? Time, people, hobbies, something else? 3) What type of medical interventions are acceptable to you and in what setting? HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PEOPLE! Ensure your documents Read more…
When can we restart society?
ReopeningLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Leading experts suggest four guideposts: (1) We see a sustained 14 day decrease in cases; (2) Our health care system can handle the existing load; (3) We can test at least everyone who has symptoms; (4) We can trace confirmed cases and their close contacts. Different geographies will reach these milestones at different times. Read more…
Can I breastfeed my baby if I have COVID-19 or think I might?
Families/Kids Infection and SpreadAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Depends whom you ask. 🙁 tl;dr: The American Academy of Pediatrics’ April 2 guidance recommends separating infected mom & baby while mom is ill, and supporting mom to pump milk for bottle-feeding the baby. WHO, CDC, and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine say it’s ok for infected mom & baby to stay together and breastfeed, Read more…
What’s in the federal Coronavirus stimulus package?
UncategorizedLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: (1) Help for state + local governments; (2) Help for businesses (including the health care sector); (3) Help for individuals. Oliver Wyman has produced tons of helpful summaries of financial and public health info related to the Coronavirus, available here. Link to original FB post
Are the official numbers reported on the dashboards too high or too low?
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyLauren Hale, PhD MA
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: The official numbers are most likely an undercount of actual COVID-19 related deaths. Read this Twitter feed for a breakdown of the types of COVID-19 deaths written by fellow demographer Andrew Noymer. The numbers on the dashboards only include those deaths that fall into Category 1, confirmed COVID-19 cases. Category 2 includes deaths that Read more…
How many people are really dying from COVID-19?
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: The real truth lies in the numbers that we don’t have….yet. This Economist graphic sums it up well….what we really need to know are the excess deaths, that is the additional deaths, (outside of top reasons for death) not just those officially attributed to COVID-19. Links: Economist Original FB post
Do all encounters with the coronavirus present the same risks for becoming infected and becoming very sick?
Infection and SpreadAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: No. Definitely worth reading this full article but here is a summary = TL;DR = too long; didn’t read Prolonged one-on-one encounters with infected individuals (ex: a visit with a person with the virus or patient care in a health setting with infected individuals ) carry greater risk of infection than short, indirect exposures Read more…
Can I take my kids to the playground if no one else is there?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Not a great idea. The problem is this: Kids lick things. Kids also put their hands all over the playground equipment (as they are supposed to do!) and those hands also go in their mouths and noses and eyes. So, your kid will be licking and touching stuff that other (possibly sick) kids have Read more…
I am feeling overwhelmed during this pandemic. What can I do?
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Start with concrete steps, focus on what you can control, and develop your own skills. A good place to start is this 8 week session open to all and focused on evidence based tactics such as cognitive behavioral therapy and healthy eating. Links: Ohio State University Evidence-Based Tactics Original FB post
DATA NERD ALERT!
Data and MetricsLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
Masks
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
Today Google released “Community Mobility Reports” demonstrating how movement patterns have changed since social distancing’s enactment. You can check out your own community here. Link to original FB post
MASK FAQs: Here’s some science behind the changing recommendations for wearing face masks in public
MasksAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
Should everyone wear a mask in public? – Guidelines continue to change locally and nationally. We will continue to follow these updates with you. For now, consider wearing a mask in public if: 1) you are at high risk for complications from the virus, 2) there are high infection rates in your area, 3) you Read more…
Why do all the models tell us something different about what to expect from the pandemic?
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact Tracing
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: It is complicated, but can be summed up well in this article by 538. TL; DR there are three primary factors: 1) Exponential growth makes models have great variation (think the estimates of 200,000 deaths vs. 2 million deaths); 2) There are many unknown factors (such as regarding the true rates of infected persons); Read more…
What is serological testing? Why should we care about it?
Testing and Contact TracingLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: With serological (aka blood) testing, we can learn: (1) The true scope of COVID spread; (2) Who exhibits immunity; (3) How to best develop (promising!) blood-based treatments from COVID survivors. Links: Wired Original FB post
Frequent and proper hand-washing is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But all this hand-washing (and use of sanitizers) is leading to dry, cracked skin which can increase the risk of infections. Can anything be done about this?
Infection and Spread Staying SafeSandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A. Yes! The following are steps you can take to prevent dryness: -Use a hand soap that’s mild and fragrance-free -Wash with warm, not hot water -After washing hands, pat them dry (don’t rub) -Use an oil-based hand cream (not a lotion!) immediately afterwards to seal in the moisture -at night, apply a thick hand Read more…
What are best practices for essential home repair service calls?
Staying SafeLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
A: Open, direct communication starting pre-visit. Limit surface areas touched. Digital payment. For more sound guidance relevant to both repair professionals and those who hire them, we recommend this helpful article from UC Health. Link to original FB post
