How do I safely take off, store, and reapply my mask?
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: Designate a CLEAN SIDE/DIRTY SIDE for your mask, USE THE STRINGS to put on and take off, and SANITIZE your hands and mask often. Evidence indicates wearing a mask reduces the transmission of SARS-CoV-2. Developing routines around mask wearing will help improve your practice of this useful harm reduction strategy. *CLEAN SIDE/DIRTY SIDE* The Read more…
How can I stay safe while voting in person?
Staying Safe
Rebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: Preparation is key! You CAN protect yourself and others while still exercising your right to vote. Whether you’re voting in person on or before Election Day, read on for what to prepare and how to stay safe while you’re there. While it is not ZERO risk, a few safety protocols can go a long Read more…
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…
Do I need to wear a mask when I am alone outside?
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: There are scenarios where you should wear a mask outside, even when you are alone. To illustrate a few common outdoor mask wearing questions, we will use a comparison to operating the lights on your car. Think about your nose and mouth like the high beam lights on your car. High beam lights are Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Masks Staying Safe Treatments Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones tackle questions about COVID from readers in this live Facebook event. ➡️ Intro and (grim) state of the pandemic: :01 – 1:56 ➡️ Lightning round: 2:30 – 5:40 ➡️ Treatment update: 5:45 – 12:05 ➡️ Outdoor masking: 12:10 – 16:20 ➡️ Malia saves Halloween!: 17:00 – 23:00
Election season is in full swing, and the news is getting even more hectic!! How do I make sure my sources are accurate?!
Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation
Rebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
A: Designate a CLEAN SIDE/DIRTY SIDE for your mask, USE THE STRINGS to put on and take off, and SANITIZE your hands and mask often. Evidence indicates wearing a mask reduces the transmission of SARS-CoV-2. Developing routines around mask wearing will help improve your practice of this useful harm reduction strategy. *CLEAN SIDE/DIRTY SIDE* The Read more…
How can I stay safe while voting in person?
Staying SafeRebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: Preparation is key! You CAN protect yourself and others while still exercising your right to vote. Whether you’re voting in person on or before Election Day, read on for what to prepare and how to stay safe while you’re there. While it is not ZERO risk, a few safety protocols can go a long Read more…
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…
Do I need to wear a mask when I am alone outside?
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: There are scenarios where you should wear a mask outside, even when you are alone. To illustrate a few common outdoor mask wearing questions, we will use a comparison to operating the lights on your car. Think about your nose and mouth like the high beam lights on your car. High beam lights are Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Masks Staying Safe Treatments Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones tackle questions about COVID from readers in this live Facebook event. ➡️ Intro and (grim) state of the pandemic: :01 – 1:56 ➡️ Lightning round: 2:30 – 5:40 ➡️ Treatment update: 5:45 – 12:05 ➡️ Outdoor masking: 12:10 – 16:20 ➡️ Malia saves Halloween!: 17:00 – 23:00
Election season is in full swing, and the news is getting even more hectic!! How do I make sure my sources are accurate?!
Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation
Rebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
A: Preparation is key! You CAN protect yourself and others while still exercising your right to vote. Whether you’re voting in person on or before Election Day, read on for what to prepare and how to stay safe while you’re there. While it is not ZERO risk, a few safety protocols can go a long Read more…
How do I have a SMART Halloween?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying SafeMalia 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…
Do I need to wear a mask when I am alone outside?
Masks Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: There are scenarios where you should wear a mask outside, even when you are alone. To illustrate a few common outdoor mask wearing questions, we will use a comparison to operating the lights on your car. Think about your nose and mouth like the high beam lights on your car. High beam lights are Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Masks Staying Safe Treatments Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones tackle questions about COVID from readers in this live Facebook event. ➡️ Intro and (grim) state of the pandemic: :01 – 1:56 ➡️ Lightning round: 2:30 – 5:40 ➡️ Treatment update: 5:45 – 12:05 ➡️ Outdoor masking: 12:10 – 16:20 ➡️ Malia saves Halloween!: 17:00 – 23:00
Election season is in full swing, and the news is getting even more hectic!! How do I make sure my sources are accurate?!
Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation
Rebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York 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…
Do I need to wear a mask when I am alone outside?
Masks Staying SafeAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
A: There are scenarios where you should wear a mask outside, even when you are alone. To illustrate a few common outdoor mask wearing questions, we will use a comparison to operating the lights on your car. Think about your nose and mouth like the high beam lights on your car. High beam lights are Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Masks Staying Safe Treatments Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones tackle questions about COVID from readers in this live Facebook event. ➡️ Intro and (grim) state of the pandemic: :01 – 1:56 ➡️ Lightning round: 2:30 – 5:40 ➡️ Treatment update: 5:45 – 12:05 ➡️ Outdoor masking: 12:10 – 16:20 ➡️ Malia saves Halloween!: 17:00 – 23:00
Election season is in full swing, and the news is getting even more hectic!! How do I make sure my sources are accurate?!
Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation
Rebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
A: There are scenarios where you should wear a mask outside, even when you are alone. To illustrate a few common outdoor mask wearing questions, we will use a comparison to operating the lights on your car. Think about your nose and mouth like the high beam lights on your car. High beam lights are Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Masks Staying Safe Treatments VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones tackle questions about COVID from readers in this live Facebook event. ➡️ Intro and (grim) state of the pandemic: :01 – 1:56 ➡️ Lightning round: 2:30 – 5:40 ➡️ Treatment update: 5:45 – 12:05 ➡️ Outdoor masking: 12:10 – 16:20 ➡️ Malia saves Halloween!: 17:00 – 23:00
Election season is in full swing, and the news is getting even more hectic!! How do I make sure my sources are accurate?!
Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation
Rebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones tackle questions about COVID from readers in this live Facebook event. ➡️ Intro and (grim) state of the pandemic: :01 – 1:56 ➡️ Lightning round: 2:30 – 5:40 ➡️ Treatment update: 5:45 – 12:05 ➡️ Outdoor masking: 12:10 – 16:20 ➡️ Malia saves Halloween!: 17:00 – 23:00
Election season is in full swing, and the news is getting even more hectic!! How do I make sure my sources are accurate?!
Staying Safe Uncertainty and MisinformationRebecca Doyle, Graduate Assistant
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
A: The COVID “infodemic” has made it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence that we’ve been using here at Dear Pandemic to fight misinformation can ALSO apply to the political news cycle! As we laid Read more…
How safe is [my specific situation/event/activity]?
Staying SafeMalia Jones, PhD MPH
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
A: Imagine that you develop a serious allergy to bee stings. Your doctor tells you that if you get stung by a bee again, you might die unless you receive medication within minutes. You are planning to go on a hike. Do you ask a bunch of questions about the likelihood of there being bees Read more…
Hand Sanitizer Quiz
Staying SafeLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
Hand sanitizer – a true 2020 must-have. But how much do we REALLY know about its benefits and dangers? Enter the FDA’s hand sanitizer IQ quiz! Let’s try our hand at a few questions. (Scroll to the bottom of the post for answers!) ❇️ T/F: Soap and water beats hand sanitizer at preventing the spread Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year.
Families/Kids Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
Halloween is going to look a little different this year. . . Lots of resources to check out: Our popular post on safe trick-or-treating How to have a SMART Halloween Our printable “no contact trick-or-treating” sign Nerdy Girl Malia Jones on Halloween in Slate Link to original FB post
What does the new study from last week add to our knowledge about surface transmission of SARS-CoV-2?
Biology/Immunity Infection and Spread Staying SafeAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
Q: Do we need to wipe the groceries again? Thanks for this great question from Kat in LA and Katey in the UK. A: No need to return to grocery wiping, but wipe down your phone regularly and keep those hands clean. A new study released last week from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Read more…
Dear Pandemic COVID Q&A
Infection and Spread School Staying Safe Uncertainty and Misinformation VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe Travel
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
https://www.facebook.com/thosenerdygirls/videos/380034256456524 Dr. Lindsey Leininger and Dr. Malia Jones answer your COVID questions! This week we tackle: ☑️ Reinfection (2:25 – 7:45) ☑️ Psychology of risky behavior (7:55 – 13:06) ☑️ Election-day poll volunteering (13:19 – 17:45) ☑️ Are schools superspreaders? (18:00 – 25:55) ☑️ It’s OK to donate blood! (26:03 – 27:30) Big thanks to Read more…
Could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays?
Staying Safe TravelAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
Q: Madeleine from Plano, TX asks, could you provide any updates on safety of air travel at this time in advance of holidays? A: Yes! Since we last posted on this topic in August, a few new studies have suggested that risk of transmission of COVID-19 ON AIRPLANES themselves is fairly low *when masks are Read more…
When can grandma and grandpa meet the new baby?
Families/Kids Staying SafeSarah Whitley Coles, MD
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
Thanks to Christa from Michigan for this excellent question! A: No doubt family and friends are excited to meet your gorgeous baby! Deciding on when to introduce family members to your newborn baby is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Let’s talk about some things to consider when making your Read more…
Where can I find information to share with clients/patients/friends/people in my life who do not speak English as a primary language?
Staying SafeAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
A: There are several organizations offering quick handouts, videos, and additional supports as needed related to COVID-19. Below we highlight a few, sourced from our network and our followers (thank you!). 1) State health departments in addition to the CDC website offer Web and printable information on COVID-19. Examples: –CDC Communication Toolkit –Greater New York Read more…
