Did we overcount COVID deaths?
Data and Metrics Data Literacy Infectious Diseases
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
No. In the US, we likely undercounted COVID deaths. A common refrain during the pandemic was that people were dying “with” rather than “of” COVID. The implication was that our official statistics were wrong and we were overstating the true danger of the pandemic. As we wrote about way back in 2020, data nerds like Read more…
I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024
Women in STEM
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, I could think of no better or more delightful activity than interviewing my awesome niece about her love of science and her equally awesome role models (e.g., my sister, a wickedly smart psychiatrist and health equity researcher). Read on to learn about what 7-year-olds are Read more…
I am hearing a lot about whooping cough. Should I be getting vaccinated?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Are you hearing about cases of whooping cough (i.e., pertussis) in your community? We are, too. In fact, there are cases in all three of this Nerdy Girl’s kids’ schools right now (ack!). This is a great time to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on this vaccine. 🟣 What is whooping cough? Read more…
Is Dry January effective?
General Health
Guest Author Raina Sharma, MPH
Even though January is over, it’s a good time to look back and talk about whether the concept of Dry January is actually effective. TL;DR: Dry January can be effective to reset your relationship with alcohol. However, heavier drinkers may need more time to heal. That depends on your goals and relationship with alcohol. Dry Read more…
More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
No. In the US, we likely undercounted COVID deaths. A common refrain during the pandemic was that people were dying “with” rather than “of” COVID. The implication was that our official statistics were wrong and we were overstating the true danger of the pandemic. As we wrote about way back in 2020, data nerds like Read more…
I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?
AgingBrianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
Aging
Brianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024
Women in STEM
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, I could think of no better or more delightful activity than interviewing my awesome niece about her love of science and her equally awesome role models (e.g., my sister, a wickedly smart psychiatrist and health equity researcher). Read on to learn about what 7-year-olds are Read more…
I am hearing a lot about whooping cough. Should I be getting vaccinated?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Are you hearing about cases of whooping cough (i.e., pertussis) in your community? We are, too. In fact, there are cases in all three of this Nerdy Girl’s kids’ schools right now (ack!). This is a great time to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on this vaccine. 🟣 What is whooping cough? Read more…
Is Dry January effective?
General Health
Guest Author Raina Sharma, MPH
Even though January is over, it’s a good time to look back and talk about whether the concept of Dry January is actually effective. TL;DR: Dry January can be effective to reset your relationship with alcohol. However, heavier drinkers may need more time to heal. That depends on your goals and relationship with alcohol. Dry Read more…
More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Confusion about memory and aging has been making headlines lately. We all experience changes in memory and thinking as we age. Most of these changes are normal. When changes begin to impact how you or your loved one functions in your daily life, you should speak with a clinician. Changes in memory and thinking are Read more…
Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?
AgingBrianna Morgan, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN®
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024
Women in STEM
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, I could think of no better or more delightful activity than interviewing my awesome niece about her love of science and her equally awesome role models (e.g., my sister, a wickedly smart psychiatrist and health equity researcher). Read on to learn about what 7-year-olds are Read more…
I am hearing a lot about whooping cough. Should I be getting vaccinated?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Are you hearing about cases of whooping cough (i.e., pertussis) in your community? We are, too. In fact, there are cases in all three of this Nerdy Girl’s kids’ schools right now (ack!). This is a great time to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on this vaccine. 🟣 What is whooping cough? Read more…
Is Dry January effective?
General Health
Guest Author Raina Sharma, MPH
Even though January is over, it’s a good time to look back and talk about whether the concept of Dry January is actually effective. TL;DR: Dry January can be effective to reset your relationship with alcohol. However, heavier drinkers may need more time to heal. That depends on your goals and relationship with alcohol. Dry Read more…
More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Q: Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing? A: No. Dementia is an umbrella term for changes in memory and thinking that impair how a person functions. Several different underlying diseases can cause dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of those diseases. Dementia is characterized by gradual changes in one or more areas of cognition Read more…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024
Women in STEMSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, I could think of no better or more delightful activity than interviewing my awesome niece about her love of science and her equally awesome role models (e.g., my sister, a wickedly smart psychiatrist and health equity researcher). Read on to learn about what 7-year-olds are Read more…
I am hearing a lot about whooping cough. Should I be getting vaccinated?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Are you hearing about cases of whooping cough (i.e., pertussis) in your community? We are, too. In fact, there are cases in all three of this Nerdy Girl’s kids’ schools right now (ack!). This is a great time to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on this vaccine. 🟣 What is whooping cough? Read more…
Is Dry January effective?
General Health
Guest Author Raina Sharma, MPH
Even though January is over, it’s a good time to look back and talk about whether the concept of Dry January is actually effective. TL;DR: Dry January can be effective to reset your relationship with alcohol. However, heavier drinkers may need more time to heal. That depends on your goals and relationship with alcohol. Dry Read more…
More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, I could think of no better or more delightful activity than interviewing my awesome niece about her love of science and her equally awesome role models (e.g., my sister, a wickedly smart psychiatrist and health equity researcher). Read on to learn about what 7-year-olds are Read more…
I am hearing a lot about whooping cough. Should I be getting vaccinated?
Infectious Diseases VaccinesAre you hearing about cases of whooping cough (i.e., pertussis) in your community? We are, too. In fact, there are cases in all three of this Nerdy Girl’s kids’ schools right now (ack!). This is a great time to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on this vaccine. 🟣 What is whooping cough? Read more…
Is Dry January effective?
General HealthGuest Author Raina Sharma, MPH
Even though January is over, it’s a good time to look back and talk about whether the concept of Dry January is actually effective. TL;DR: Dry January can be effective to reset your relationship with alcohol. However, heavier drinkers may need more time to heal. That depends on your goals and relationship with alcohol. Dry Read more…
More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Even though January is over, it’s a good time to look back and talk about whether the concept of Dry January is actually effective. TL;DR: Dry January can be effective to reset your relationship with alcohol. However, heavier drinkers may need more time to heal. That depends on your goals and relationship with alcohol. Dry Read more…
More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine!
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
🎉 More good news on the real-world effectiveness of the updated COVID-19 vaccine! A recent analysis by the CDC found that people who received the updated COVID vaccine were less than half as likely to have a symptomatic COVID infection over the next four months, including the time period of the new JN.1 variant. Like Read more…
Period Poverty: First in a video series focused on all things menstruation
Reproductive Health VideosMacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
Aging
Clara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Introducing 💥 monthlies 💥 a video series from the TNG reproductive health squad The Reproductive Health Squad for Those Nerdy Girls is thrilled to debut a new video series focused on all things menstruation. Subscribe to the TNG YouTube channel to join host Kenzie Isaac every month (approximately) as she takes a Gen Z approach Read more…
When is it time to stop driving?
AgingClara Ke, BSN, RN
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases Treatments
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Driving “retirement” doesn’t need to be a cold turkey process. It may look different for everyone, but proactive planning can save lives and preserve independence. Several options can make the transition smoother for you or a loved one. Identify specific driving concerns and engage in thoughtful discussions to help preserve independence, safety, and function. Driving Read more…
“Rebound” is a COVID thing, not a Paxlovid thing.
Infectious Diseases TreatmentsJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
Aging
Megan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
For some people, COVID-19 symptoms can come back in the week or so after they initially recover. This is referred to as “COVID rebound,” which is just as likely to happen whether you take antiviral treatments or not. The CDC’s latest findings show rebound can happen regardless of whether someone has taken Paxlovid. The good Read more…
What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?
AgingMegan Madsen, DO
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Multiple tools help people organize their wishes about the end of their life, including Advanced Directives and a Living Will. No matter how well you live your life, one thing we all have in common is that we eventually die. You should not wait until you are dying to talk about it. Talking about your Read more…
What is an ad hominem attack?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and MisinformationSarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
Tl;dr: Ad hominem attacks are used to insult a person’s motive or character rather than address the content of a specific idea or argument. This type of mudslinging is an intellectual fallacy that draws attention away from the issue at hand and creates distrust of the individual. Let’s look at how ad hominem attacks can Read more…
Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?
Families/Kids Mental Health Reproductive HealthAlexandra Hall, MD
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
A: Current evidence suggests that puberty blockers, which hit the pause button on puberty and are reversible, significantly improve the mental health of trans youth while reducing the risk of needing future surgeries. A recent study showed that trans teens who were treated with puberty blockers had significantly less anxiety, depression, and stress compared to Read more…
It’s National News Literacy Week.
Data Literacy Uncertainty and MisinformationAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious Diseases
Chana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
🌟It’s National News Literacy Week!🌟 This annual event highlights the importance of news literacy and provides tools for being more savvy consumers (and sharers!) of news and other information. See more info about the week’s events co-hosted by The News Literacy Project and E.W. Scripps Company (many of which are virtual and free) here. Those Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 01/19/24
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines VideosThose Nerdy Girls addresses what we have in store for you in 2024 and beyond. We’ll also answer some of your latest questions about COVID-19. Hosted by: – Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH: Executive Director at TNG, co-Founder of Critica & Author of Denying to the Grave – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder Read more…
What is COVID rebound?
Infectious DiseasesChana Davis, PhD
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
COVID rebound is like watching an encore to a show you disliked the first time. Just when you’re feeling better, COVID comes back, and you’re feeling crummy again. ➡️ The good news is that rebound cases are usually mild. ➡️ The bad news is that they can be contagious. So, if you notice new COVID Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.
Infectious Diseases VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine. Winter respiratory illness season is coming on strong. In case you haven’t noticed, there is A LOT of COVID around. I was getting serious Omicron wave vibes the last few weeks as more and more Read more…
If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?
VaccinesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive Health
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
If you got the 1-dose shingles vaccine (Zostavax), yes–you should get the newer and more effective 2-dose shingles vaccine (Shingrix) 5 years after your Zostavax shot. The two-dose vaccine has been shown to be much more effective for longer. Zostavax came onto the US market in 2006 and was recommended for adults 60 years and Read more…
Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition
Reproductive HealthMacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
‘Tis the season once again when many of us prepare to see our loved ones for the holidays. And once again, many of us might find ourselves anxiously anticipating invasive questions about, well, everything. This is especially true for people who identify as women or gender minorities, who may feel distinct pressures to have relationships, Read more…
NOW is a good time to dial up your strategic masking.
Masks Staying SafeAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
COVID is surging again, just in time for the holidays. NOW is a good time to dial up your use of strategic masking. Masking sometimes is a form of harm reduction. Here are tips to help you rock the mask when it matters most. TL;DR: Keep a good mask handy and incorporate masking into common Read more…
