How do I have a SMART Halloween?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Good news!! Traditional Halloween activities in the United States are pretty easy to adapt to a COVID world! With a few modifications, we can trick-or-treat, dress up, visit friends outdoors, and go to pumpkin patches safely. Just keep the invitation list to a minimum, wear a mask, and skip the indoor activities. With Halloween Read more…
How do I break it to my mother-in-law that we’re not coming to Christmas dinner? š¬š¬š¬
Families/Kids Mental Health Socializing Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Hereās the bottom line: you are not in control of other peopleās thoughts, feelings, or actions. You can only control your own thoughts, feelings, and actions. And you do not have to sacrifice your comfort to make someone else happy. Be firm, be brief, focus on your own decisions rather than hers, and don’t Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Simanek and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re taking questions from Wisconsites about voting (:45), safety of hair salons (4:06), holding COVID safe funerals and other gatherings (10:32), close contacts vs. not close contacts (15:45), celebrating homecoming and other outdoor fall gatherings and events (25:01), and disease transmission patterns Read more…
Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Q: Itās finally fall, and my kids are back in school. Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons? A: There are ways to make socializing safer and SMARTer if you remember that reducing your risk of contracting COVID-19 adds upāit is NOT all-or-nothing. You and your family can use a ārisk budgetā Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re answering questions about how to have an honest conversation about your pod (3:00), kids and transmission (7:00), fomites (12:45) and … how to think about Joe Biden’s negative test result from Friday, Oct 2 (at 17:20). Related links: What is the Read more…
With the colder weather coming, are there any strategies I can use to reduce the risk of transmission indoors?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. It turns out that the #SMART principles that the Nerdy Girls have been promoting for months now have stood the test of time and apply to indoor settings as well! For a refresher: SPACE – Keep your distance from others (more than 6 feet is great) MASK – Wear a mask AIR – Ensure Read more…
Is Halloween canceled?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: Good news!! Traditional Halloween activities in the United States are pretty easy to adapt to a COVID world! With a few modifications, we can trick-or-treat, dress up, visit friends outdoors, and go to pumpkin patches safely. Just keep the invitation list to a minimum, wear a mask, and skip the indoor activities. With Halloween Read more…
How do I break it to my mother-in-law that we’re not coming to Christmas dinner? š¬š¬š¬
Families/Kids Mental Health Socializing TravelMalia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Hereās the bottom line: you are not in control of other peopleās thoughts, feelings, or actions. You can only control your own thoughts, feelings, and actions. And you do not have to sacrifice your comfort to make someone else happy. Be firm, be brief, focus on your own decisions rather than hers, and don’t Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Simanek and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re taking questions from Wisconsites about voting (:45), safety of hair salons (4:06), holding COVID safe funerals and other gatherings (10:32), close contacts vs. not close contacts (15:45), celebrating homecoming and other outdoor fall gatherings and events (25:01), and disease transmission patterns Read more…
Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Q: Itās finally fall, and my kids are back in school. Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons? A: There are ways to make socializing safer and SMARTer if you remember that reducing your risk of contracting COVID-19 adds upāit is NOT all-or-nothing. You and your family can use a ārisk budgetā Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re answering questions about how to have an honest conversation about your pod (3:00), kids and transmission (7:00), fomites (12:45) and … how to think about Joe Biden’s negative test result from Friday, Oct 2 (at 17:20). Related links: What is the Read more…
With the colder weather coming, are there any strategies I can use to reduce the risk of transmission indoors?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. It turns out that the #SMART principles that the Nerdy Girls have been promoting for months now have stood the test of time and apply to indoor settings as well! For a refresher: SPACE – Keep your distance from others (more than 6 feet is great) MASK – Wear a mask AIR – Ensure Read more…
Is Halloween canceled?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: Hereās the bottom line: you are not in control of other peopleās thoughts, feelings, or actions. You can only control your own thoughts, feelings, and actions. And you do not have to sacrifice your comfort to make someone else happy. Be firm, be brief, focus on your own decisions rather than hers, and don’t Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Simanek and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re taking questions from Wisconsites about voting (:45), safety of hair salons (4:06), holding COVID safe funerals and other gatherings (10:32), close contacts vs. not close contacts (15:45), celebrating homecoming and other outdoor fall gatherings and events (25:01), and disease transmission patterns Read more…
Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Q: Itās finally fall, and my kids are back in school. Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons? A: There are ways to make socializing safer and SMARTer if you remember that reducing your risk of contracting COVID-19 adds upāit is NOT all-or-nothing. You and your family can use a ārisk budgetā Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re answering questions about how to have an honest conversation about your pod (3:00), kids and transmission (7:00), fomites (12:45) and … how to think about Joe Biden’s negative test result from Friday, Oct 2 (at 17:20). Related links: What is the Read more…
With the colder weather coming, are there any strategies I can use to reduce the risk of transmission indoors?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. It turns out that the #SMART principles that the Nerdy Girls have been promoting for months now have stood the test of time and apply to indoor settings as well! For a refresher: SPACE – Keep your distance from others (more than 6 feet is great) MASK – Wear a mask AIR – Ensure Read more…
Is Halloween canceled?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Dr. Simanek and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re taking questions from Wisconsites about voting (:45), safety of hair salons (4:06), holding COVID safe funerals and other gatherings (10:32), close contacts vs. not close contacts (15:45), celebrating homecoming and other outdoor fall gatherings and events (25:01), and disease transmission patterns Read more…
Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying SafeQ: Itās finally fall, and my kids are back in school. Can we start seeing friends and doing sports & lessons? A: There are ways to make socializing safer and SMARTer if you remember that reducing your risk of contracting COVID-19 adds upāit is NOT all-or-nothing. You and your family can use a ārisk budgetā Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re answering questions about how to have an honest conversation about your pod (3:00), kids and transmission (7:00), fomites (12:45) and … how to think about Joe Biden’s negative test result from Friday, Oct 2 (at 17:20). Related links: What is the Read more…
With the colder weather coming, are there any strategies I can use to reduce the risk of transmission indoors?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. It turns out that the #SMART principles that the Nerdy Girls have been promoting for months now have stood the test of time and apply to indoor settings as well! For a refresher: SPACE – Keep your distance from others (more than 6 feet is great) MASK – Wear a mask AIR – Ensure Read more…
Is Halloween canceled?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones tackle follower questions in this not-quite-live Q&A session. We’re answering questions about how to have an honest conversation about your pod (3:00), kids and transmission (7:00), fomites (12:45) and … how to think about Joe Biden’s negative test result from Friday, Oct 2 (at 17:20). Related links: What is the Read more…
With the colder weather coming, are there any strategies I can use to reduce the risk of transmission indoors?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying SafeSandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
A. It turns out that the #SMART principles that the Nerdy Girls have been promoting for months now have stood the test of time and apply to indoor settings as well! For a refresher: SPACE – Keep your distance from others (more than 6 feet is great) MASK – Wear a mask AIR – Ensure Read more…
Is Halloween canceled?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A. It turns out that the #SMART principles that the Nerdy Girls have been promoting for months now have stood the test of time and apply to indoor settings as well! For a refresher: SPACE – Keep your distance from others (more than 6 feet is great) MASK – Wear a mask AIR – Ensure Read more…
Is Halloween canceled?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying SafeMalia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: Most definitely not. But like all things 2020, itās going to have to be a little different this year. Saving Halloween during a global pandemic? Our beloved Dear Pandemic co-founder Dr. Malia Jones was BORN for this moment. With your PVC pipe, your Bob Ross mask, & your Jackbox Trivia Murder Party 2 party Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying SafeMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones & Dr. Lindsey Leininger tackle your questions in this week’s FB Live Q&A. – Stay SMART this fall! 3:40 – 4:08 – Aerosol vs. droplet debate + the CDC: 4:15 – 9:35 – Tips for socializing safely in the cold: 10:14 – 15:35 – Hot tubs + saunas + gyms: 15:43 – Read more…
Once a person has covid-19, when is it safe to interact with them again?
Clinical Symptoms Infection and Spread Socializing Staying SafeAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Q: Can they continue to pass the virus to others even if they are immune for some period of time? A: If you had symptoms, you need to meet three criteria to come out of isolation: 1. 10 days from the day of the first symptoms, 2. No fever for 24 hours, and 3. Other Read more…
How do I keep my pod from growing into a swarm?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying SafeAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: Reflect and refine. Small, stable pods work best in limiting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 while maintaining essential functions like work, school, and sanity. Everyday actions will help keep your pod from growing out of control. Reflection- Itās easy to minimize risk when we face them one at a time. We often think only of Read more…
Whatās the most likely way to catch SARS-CoV-2? Do I still need to Lysol the bejeesus out of everything?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying SafeJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: You are most likely to catch SARS-CoV-2 from the AIR you breathe. General cleanliness rules for surfaces apply but you can stop obsessive purchases of Lysol and Clorox wipes. Weāve come a long way from those whimsical days in March when our hands were cracked from too much hand sanitizer and the high touch Read more…
With the holidays approaching, I am wonderingā¦.does a pod still make sense?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying SafeAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: Time for a TBT moment (Previous post)! Yes, a pod can help you socialize while minimizing your risk of infection. The basics: What is it? A pod (aka social bubble, bubble) is a small, stable, self-contained group of people (usually children and adults) who interact with one another in a limited or not socially Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Vaccines VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying Safe
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Dear Pandemic: Q&A Live Dr. Leininger and Dr. Jones answer follower questions! Link to original FB post
Other than social distancing, wearing masks, staying outside, and washing hands, what else can we do to stay safe?
Families/Kids Masks Socializing Staying SafeLauren Hale, PhD MA
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying Safe
A: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Q:Ā Also, now that cooler weather is coming, what can my teenagers do indoors? We are already bored. A: It seems like you and your family are doing a lot of things right! Think about how much we’ve learned and adapted in the past 6 months. Wow. Congratulations. Here’s one more important factor to consider: Read more…
I am a college student heading back to campus. How can I make sure that my friends and I stay safe?
Families/Kids Reopening School Socializing Staying SafeA: Preparation is key. Expect that someone you know may test positive for COVID-19. Know the steps to take to stay safe. Here are a few tips (https://wapo.st/31O0jF8). Step 1: Get your flu shot! Policies will vary by campus, but rule of thumb is that you should plan to get your flu shot by mid-October Read more…
Is it okay to let friends use our bathroom?
Families/Kids Infection and Spread Socializing Staying SafeAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
We want to visit with a few friends that are outside our bubble and are trying to #StaySMART by socializing outdoors in our yard, while social distancing and wearing masks…but what if someone needs to use my bathroom, is it okay to let them? A: Yes, you can let someone from outside your household use Read more…
Will the 6 feet/2 meter rule keep me safe indoors?
Infection and Spread Socializing Staying SafeJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe Travel
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: Not by itself. Important additional considerations include: ā¢ Ventilation ā¢ Number of people in the room ā¢ Duration of contact ā¢ Type of activity (silent, speaking, shouting/singing) ā¢ Use of masks Why are these additional precautions needed? Donāt airborne droplets fall to the ground within this distance? The history of the 6ft/2m distancing rule Read more…
Is it going to be possible to see my family for Thanksgiving?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe TravelMalia Jones, PhD MPH
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe Videos
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
A: While we canāt predict the future… it would take a scientific miracle for everything to be hunky-dory by Thanksgiving here in the States & make āThanksgiving as usualā a reality. You might as well plan on a pandemic Thanksgiving now–because it will take some planning to safely get together with members of your family Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN
Socializing Staying Safe VideosLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
Nerdy Girl Dr. Lindsey Leininger on CNN The great advice of Dr. Lindsey Leininger, one of our treasured Nerdy Girls, featured on CNN. Her take home points: We can all do our part to maintain best practices in reducing the spread of the virus. Wear a mask, wash your hands, keep our space. Eating at Read more…
