Beyond the Quarantini: Next-level cocktails and mocktails for sheltering in place.
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
How about a brief pause from the heavy-duty data (Pueyo’s The Hammer and the Dance? Yeah, we’ll post it soon) for some lighter fare. What drinks have you been mixing up for those Zoom happy hours? Links to recipes, please! Washington Post Quarantini Article Link to original FB article
Is Advil safe during the COVID-19 crisis?
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Yesterday’s guidance: No. Today’s: Maybe?! Careful, accurate science takes a lot of time to produce. The need for action in the face of this pandemic doesn’t provide it. Result: We may see frequent guideline revisions (along with a sprinkle of experts temporarily disagreeing amongst each other) as we ride things out. The good news: Scientific Read more…
Importance of Handwashing
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Kid-friendly, awesome visual demo video about the importance of handwashing and keeping your fingers out of your nose. Link to original FB post
Who’s in your POD?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Your pod is made up of the people with whom you do not maintain social distance. Think your significant other, housemates, children. For our healthcare workers and grocery teams working tirelessly, your pod is the people you interact with in the course of your duties. Here are some tips in pod management: 1) KEEP PODS Read more…
Coronavirus Surface Stability
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
TL;DR on yesterday’s New England Journal of Medicine coronavirus surface stability article. (1) The virus lingers on surfaces for hours, similar to the earlier SARS virus (2) Unfortunately the new virus is more contagious, likely due to its ability to be spread by folks lacking symptoms (aka “asymptomatic shedding”) (3) Action item for all of Read more…
Safety of Food Take-out/Delivery
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
We Nerdy Girls are getting numerous queries re: the safety of food take-out/delivery. A nice article in the Atlantic clearly and thoroughly discusses the associated public health and ethical issues. We’re also keeping track of related guidance from the CDC and FDA. Link to original FB post
Is it safe to be outside?
Staying Safe
I’m seeing this question a lot. Yes! Signs point to: it is safe to go outdoors. There is not virus floating freely around in the air outside. Please do enjoy the (Norther Hemisphere) spring weather by going on walks, hikes, bike rides, etc. Dust off those roller skates or your fishing pole. Take a book Read more…
America and UK Response Comparison
Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
How about a brief pause from the heavy-duty data (Pueyo’s The Hammer and the Dance? Yeah, we’ll post it soon) for some lighter fare. What drinks have you been mixing up for those Zoom happy hours? Links to recipes, please! Washington Post Quarantini Article Link to original FB article
Is Advil safe during the COVID-19 crisis?
Staying SafeLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Yesterday’s guidance: No. Today’s: Maybe?! Careful, accurate science takes a lot of time to produce. The need for action in the face of this pandemic doesn’t provide it. Result: We may see frequent guideline revisions (along with a sprinkle of experts temporarily disagreeing amongst each other) as we ride things out. The good news: Scientific Read more…
Importance of Handwashing
Families/Kids Staying Safe
Kid-friendly, awesome visual demo video about the importance of handwashing and keeping your fingers out of your nose. Link to original FB post
Who’s in your POD?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying Safe
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Your pod is made up of the people with whom you do not maintain social distance. Think your significant other, housemates, children. For our healthcare workers and grocery teams working tirelessly, your pod is the people you interact with in the course of your duties. Here are some tips in pod management: 1) KEEP PODS Read more…
Coronavirus Surface Stability
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
TL;DR on yesterday’s New England Journal of Medicine coronavirus surface stability article. (1) The virus lingers on surfaces for hours, similar to the earlier SARS virus (2) Unfortunately the new virus is more contagious, likely due to its ability to be spread by folks lacking symptoms (aka “asymptomatic shedding”) (3) Action item for all of Read more…
Safety of Food Take-out/Delivery
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
We Nerdy Girls are getting numerous queries re: the safety of food take-out/delivery. A nice article in the Atlantic clearly and thoroughly discusses the associated public health and ethical issues. We’re also keeping track of related guidance from the CDC and FDA. Link to original FB post
Is it safe to be outside?
Staying Safe
I’m seeing this question a lot. Yes! Signs point to: it is safe to go outdoors. There is not virus floating freely around in the air outside. Please do enjoy the (Norther Hemisphere) spring weather by going on walks, hikes, bike rides, etc. Dust off those roller skates or your fishing pole. Take a book Read more…
America and UK Response Comparison
Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Yesterday’s guidance: No. Today’s: Maybe?! Careful, accurate science takes a lot of time to produce. The need for action in the face of this pandemic doesn’t provide it. Result: We may see frequent guideline revisions (along with a sprinkle of experts temporarily disagreeing amongst each other) as we ride things out. The good news: Scientific Read more…
Importance of Handwashing
Families/Kids Staying SafeKid-friendly, awesome visual demo video about the importance of handwashing and keeping your fingers out of your nose. Link to original FB post
Who’s in your POD?
Families/Kids Socializing Staying SafeAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Your pod is made up of the people with whom you do not maintain social distance. Think your significant other, housemates, children. For our healthcare workers and grocery teams working tirelessly, your pod is the people you interact with in the course of your duties. Here are some tips in pod management: 1) KEEP PODS Read more…
Coronavirus Surface Stability
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
TL;DR on yesterday’s New England Journal of Medicine coronavirus surface stability article. (1) The virus lingers on surfaces for hours, similar to the earlier SARS virus (2) Unfortunately the new virus is more contagious, likely due to its ability to be spread by folks lacking symptoms (aka “asymptomatic shedding”) (3) Action item for all of Read more…
Safety of Food Take-out/Delivery
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
We Nerdy Girls are getting numerous queries re: the safety of food take-out/delivery. A nice article in the Atlantic clearly and thoroughly discusses the associated public health and ethical issues. We’re also keeping track of related guidance from the CDC and FDA. Link to original FB post
Is it safe to be outside?
Staying Safe
I’m seeing this question a lot. Yes! Signs point to: it is safe to go outdoors. There is not virus floating freely around in the air outside. Please do enjoy the (Norther Hemisphere) spring weather by going on walks, hikes, bike rides, etc. Dust off those roller skates or your fishing pole. Take a book Read more…
America and UK Response Comparison
Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Your pod is made up of the people with whom you do not maintain social distance. Think your significant other, housemates, children. For our healthcare workers and grocery teams working tirelessly, your pod is the people you interact with in the course of your duties. Here are some tips in pod management: 1) KEEP PODS Read more…
Coronavirus Surface Stability
Infection and Spread Staying SafeLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
TL;DR on yesterday’s New England Journal of Medicine coronavirus surface stability article. (1) The virus lingers on surfaces for hours, similar to the earlier SARS virus (2) Unfortunately the new virus is more contagious, likely due to its ability to be spread by folks lacking symptoms (aka “asymptomatic shedding”) (3) Action item for all of Read more…
Safety of Food Take-out/Delivery
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
We Nerdy Girls are getting numerous queries re: the safety of food take-out/delivery. A nice article in the Atlantic clearly and thoroughly discusses the associated public health and ethical issues. We’re also keeping track of related guidance from the CDC and FDA. Link to original FB post
Is it safe to be outside?
Staying Safe
I’m seeing this question a lot. Yes! Signs point to: it is safe to go outdoors. There is not virus floating freely around in the air outside. Please do enjoy the (Norther Hemisphere) spring weather by going on walks, hikes, bike rides, etc. Dust off those roller skates or your fishing pole. Take a book Read more…
America and UK Response Comparison
Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
TL;DR on yesterday’s New England Journal of Medicine coronavirus surface stability article. (1) The virus lingers on surfaces for hours, similar to the earlier SARS virus (2) Unfortunately the new virus is more contagious, likely due to its ability to be spread by folks lacking symptoms (aka “asymptomatic shedding”) (3) Action item for all of Read more…
Safety of Food Take-out/Delivery
Staying SafeLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
We Nerdy Girls are getting numerous queries re: the safety of food take-out/delivery. A nice article in the Atlantic clearly and thoroughly discusses the associated public health and ethical issues. We’re also keeping track of related guidance from the CDC and FDA. Link to original FB post
Is it safe to be outside?
Staying Safe
I’m seeing this question a lot. Yes! Signs point to: it is safe to go outdoors. There is not virus floating freely around in the air outside. Please do enjoy the (Norther Hemisphere) spring weather by going on walks, hikes, bike rides, etc. Dust off those roller skates or your fishing pole. Take a book Read more…
America and UK Response Comparison
Staying Safe
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
We Nerdy Girls are getting numerous queries re: the safety of food take-out/delivery. A nice article in the Atlantic clearly and thoroughly discusses the associated public health and ethical issues. We’re also keeping track of related guidance from the CDC and FDA. Link to original FB post
Is it safe to be outside?
Staying SafeI’m seeing this question a lot. Yes! Signs point to: it is safe to go outdoors. There is not virus floating freely around in the air outside. Please do enjoy the (Norther Hemisphere) spring weather by going on walks, hikes, bike rides, etc. Dust off those roller skates or your fishing pole. Take a book Read more…
America and UK Response Comparison
Staying SafeJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
As an American in the UK, I’m watching the different responses across my two “home” countries with both interest and trepidation. Here, most kids are still in school, and the government is seemingly “behind the curve” in mandated social distancing, making some people a tad nervous. A thoughtful explainer from Ed Yong. Link to original Read more…
Helping Service People
Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Here’s a “tip” for today: 1. Open up your Venmo app. (Yep, right now. We’ll wait.) 2. Find a person who normally provides you a service and whom you pay or tip through Venmo. (Your stylist, your pedicurist, your cleaning person, your babysitter.) 3. Send that person a “virtual visit” payment or tip, of any Read more…
Dr. Malia Jones on Madsplainers Podcast 3/13/20
Staying Safe Testing and Contact TracingMalia Jones, PhD MPH
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
I recorded this podcast episode for Madsplainers on Friday the 13th. Cocooning, contact patterns, individualism, toilet paper, and Dr. Phil’s ridiculous ask that I fly to Los Angeles to tape during a pandemic. We covered some ground. I think it turned out okay. Link to original FB post
Medium.com Social Distancing Article
Socializing Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying Safe
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
This Medium post is getting a lot of play, with good reason. As noted below on Leena Ved’s post, a good one to circulate to both teens and elders who aren’t getting the social distancing message. This is not a snow day! Link to original FB post
Explanation of Contact Patterns
Infection and Spread Staying SafeMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying Safe
A: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Nerdy Girl Malia has been trying to figure out how to explain this concept of contact patterns to people. This is what I study so I’m struggling with how unnatural it is to non-nerds. So let me run something by you all to see if it resonates. Imagine that some people out there (maybe you!) Read more…
Are playdates ok?
Families/Kids Staying SafeA: no. Long answer: I get it. Your boss expects you to continue being a productive, professional adult. (Whether your boss is a Dean, a middle manager, or yourself.) Sometimes you need your kids to get out of your hair. If you can pair up with one other family who can also isolate completely, I Read more…
Difficulty of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe Travel
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Ooooh, misty. Those Nerdy Girls are hearing a lot about how hard the social distancing is. Any silver linings? Is anyone enjoying this more than they thought?
Cancel Non-Essential Travel
Staying Safe TravelAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Keeping up the reminders from Malia’s Top Ten list — this was from just a few days ago when folks weren’t moving as fast to cancel stuff as we liked. Now the question is….how far out? One Nerdy Spouse just asked about an event in early June. Cancel now? Decide in 3 weeks? Those are Read more…
Stay Home If You’re Sick!
Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Continuing the Nerdy Girl Malia top 10 things to do right now to prevent COVID-19: So, duh! Stay home if you’re sick! (TBH, we’re sort of recommending you stay home regardless at this point, but staying home if you’re experiencing symptoms is a must!) If your work situation makes this difficult to impossible, speak up Read more…
Clean High-Touch Surfaces
Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
You definitely want to pay some extra cleaning attention to “high-touch“ surfaces in your house and office – the door knobs, the faucet handles, the keyboards (😩😖). Clorox wipes are great. Also give that phone a good clean at least every day.
Importance of Social Distancing
Socializing Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Hey, friends. We don’t know how many different way to say it: The social distancing thing is so important right now. If you find yourself wanting to ask us “what about…“ [your trip to see your grandparents, your kids’ performance, your weekend away…], you can be 100% confident that Those Nerdy Girls will say to Read more…
Canceling Plans
Socializing Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying Safe
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
We’re guessing everyone reading this had something canceled today, or, worse, had to be the one doing the canceling. So much bummer. Please know it was a good decision, it *really* helps slow the train down on new cases. You’ve probably heard “flatten the curve” more times than you want. But the social distancing really Read more…
Don’t Touch Your Face!
Staying SafeAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
Another no brainer, but seriously, this is NOT easy. But super important so virus on hands doesn’t get into eyes, nose, mouth.
