Will there be a nasal spray COVID-19 vaccine?
Vaccines
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Scientists are working on it, but it may be a year or longer before they are available in the U.S. and E.U. Several groups in the U.S. are working to develop nasal vaccines for COVD-19, but most are still doing pre-clinical trials in animals. Two groups have progressed to studying humans, and one of …
¿Las personas vacunadas “mueren de repente”?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Vaccines
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
No. La Oficina Nacional de Estadística de Inglaterra acaba de publicar nuevos datos exhaustivos que comparan las muertes por TODAS las causas según el estado de vacunación de COVID. En todos los grupos de edad, las tasas de mortalidad son sistemáticamente más bajas entre las personas vacunadas que entre las no vacunadas. También se pueden …
Nerdy Girls Live 03/09/23
Health & Wellness Infection and Spread Masks Vaccines Videos
Join Those Nerdy Girls for answers to your questions about COVID-19 and more. Today’s topics include boosters, masking, and the media frenzy about erythritol and health. Hosted by: – Jenn Dowd, PhD:TNG Editor in Chief & Founding Member – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled by Science ➡️ Hello and Introductions: …
Can my kids get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other childhood vaccines?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! COVID-19 vaccines are safe to give with other vaccines. Vaccination is incredibly important and delaying vaccination can result in increased risks of infection, serious illness, or death. Many parents and families worry about giving the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other routine childhood vaccines. But we come with good news! It …
Tengo 43 años, ¿es tarde para vacunarme contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH)?
Posts en Español Reproductive Health Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
No, no es demasiado tarde. Los adultos también pueden recibir la vacuna contra el VPH. Hable con su médico para analizar si la vacuna es adecuada para usted. Originalmente, la vacuna contra el VPH humano fue aprobada para niñas y mujeres jóvenes de 9 a 26. A medida que la investigación ha continuado, la Administración …
Do I need any special vaccinations for my upcoming trip to Costa Rica?
Travel Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Fun!! We are jealous! The CDC monitors infectious diseases all over the world and makes recommendations for immunizations you might need that aren’t common in the United States. They keep an up-do-date list for each country. Just go to the CDC Traveler’s Health website and choose your destination. You’ll see notices about any special health …
Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
A: Scientists are working on it, but it may be a year or longer before they are available in the U.S. and E.U. Several groups in the U.S. are working to develop nasal vaccines for COVD-19, but most are still doing pre-clinical trials in animals. Two groups have progressed to studying humans, and one of …
¿Las personas vacunadas “mueren de repente”?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español VaccinesSandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
No. La Oficina Nacional de Estadística de Inglaterra acaba de publicar nuevos datos exhaustivos que comparan las muertes por TODAS las causas según el estado de vacunación de COVID. En todos los grupos de edad, las tasas de mortalidad son sistemáticamente más bajas entre las personas vacunadas que entre las no vacunadas. También se pueden …
Nerdy Girls Live 03/09/23
Health & Wellness Infection and Spread Masks Vaccines Videos
Join Those Nerdy Girls for answers to your questions about COVID-19 and more. Today’s topics include boosters, masking, and the media frenzy about erythritol and health. Hosted by: – Jenn Dowd, PhD:TNG Editor in Chief & Founding Member – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled by Science ➡️ Hello and Introductions: …
Can my kids get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other childhood vaccines?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! COVID-19 vaccines are safe to give with other vaccines. Vaccination is incredibly important and delaying vaccination can result in increased risks of infection, serious illness, or death. Many parents and families worry about giving the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other routine childhood vaccines. But we come with good news! It …
Tengo 43 años, ¿es tarde para vacunarme contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH)?
Posts en Español Reproductive Health Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
No, no es demasiado tarde. Los adultos también pueden recibir la vacuna contra el VPH. Hable con su médico para analizar si la vacuna es adecuada para usted. Originalmente, la vacuna contra el VPH humano fue aprobada para niñas y mujeres jóvenes de 9 a 26. A medida que la investigación ha continuado, la Administración …
Do I need any special vaccinations for my upcoming trip to Costa Rica?
Travel Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Fun!! We are jealous! The CDC monitors infectious diseases all over the world and makes recommendations for immunizations you might need that aren’t common in the United States. They keep an up-do-date list for each country. Just go to the CDC Traveler’s Health website and choose your destination. You’ll see notices about any special health …
Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
No. La Oficina Nacional de Estadística de Inglaterra acaba de publicar nuevos datos exhaustivos que comparan las muertes por TODAS las causas según el estado de vacunación de COVID. En todos los grupos de edad, las tasas de mortalidad son sistemáticamente más bajas entre las personas vacunadas que entre las no vacunadas. También se pueden …
Nerdy Girls Live 03/09/23
Health & Wellness Infection and Spread Masks Vaccines Videos
Join Those Nerdy Girls for answers to your questions about COVID-19 and more. Today’s topics include boosters, masking, and the media frenzy about erythritol and health. Hosted by: – Jenn Dowd, PhD:TNG Editor in Chief & Founding Member – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled by Science ➡️ Hello and Introductions: …
Can my kids get the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other childhood vaccines?
Families/Kids VaccinesSarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! COVID-19 vaccines are safe to give with other vaccines. Vaccination is incredibly important and delaying vaccination can result in increased risks of infection, serious illness, or death. Many parents and families worry about giving the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other routine childhood vaccines. But we come with good news! It …
Tengo 43 años, ¿es tarde para vacunarme contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH)?
Posts en Español Reproductive Health Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
No, no es demasiado tarde. Los adultos también pueden recibir la vacuna contra el VPH. Hable con su médico para analizar si la vacuna es adecuada para usted. Originalmente, la vacuna contra el VPH humano fue aprobada para niñas y mujeres jóvenes de 9 a 26. A medida que la investigación ha continuado, la Administración …
Do I need any special vaccinations for my upcoming trip to Costa Rica?
Travel Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Fun!! We are jealous! The CDC monitors infectious diseases all over the world and makes recommendations for immunizations you might need that aren’t common in the United States. They keep an up-do-date list for each country. Just go to the CDC Traveler’s Health website and choose your destination. You’ll see notices about any special health …
Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
A: Yes! COVID-19 vaccines are safe to give with other vaccines. Vaccination is incredibly important and delaying vaccination can result in increased risks of infection, serious illness, or death. Many parents and families worry about giving the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as other routine childhood vaccines. But we come with good news! It …
Tengo 43 años, ¿es tarde para vacunarme contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH)?
Posts en Español Reproductive Health VaccinesAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
No, no es demasiado tarde. Los adultos también pueden recibir la vacuna contra el VPH. Hable con su médico para analizar si la vacuna es adecuada para usted. Originalmente, la vacuna contra el VPH humano fue aprobada para niñas y mujeres jóvenes de 9 a 26. A medida que la investigación ha continuado, la Administración …
Do I need any special vaccinations for my upcoming trip to Costa Rica?
Travel Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Fun!! We are jealous! The CDC monitors infectious diseases all over the world and makes recommendations for immunizations you might need that aren’t common in the United States. They keep an up-do-date list for each country. Just go to the CDC Traveler’s Health website and choose your destination. You’ll see notices about any special health …
Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
No, no es demasiado tarde. Los adultos también pueden recibir la vacuna contra el VPH. Hable con su médico para analizar si la vacuna es adecuada para usted. Originalmente, la vacuna contra el VPH humano fue aprobada para niñas y mujeres jóvenes de 9 a 26. A medida que la investigación ha continuado, la Administración …
Do I need any special vaccinations for my upcoming trip to Costa Rica?
Travel VaccinesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Fun!! We are jealous! The CDC monitors infectious diseases all over the world and makes recommendations for immunizations you might need that aren’t common in the United States. They keep an up-do-date list for each country. Just go to the CDC Traveler’s Health website and choose your destination. You’ll see notices about any special health …
Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
Fun!! We are jealous! The CDC monitors infectious diseases all over the world and makes recommendations for immunizations you might need that aren’t common in the United States. They keep an up-do-date list for each country. Just go to the CDC Traveler’s Health website and choose your destination. You’ll see notices about any special health …
Q: Can I get another COVID booster? It’s been more than 6 months since my last shot, and I’m worried about waning protection.
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
A: Currently, there is no recommendation for additional boosters. TL;DR: The U.S. may be moving towards annual boosters, but with “flexibility” for the most vulnerable if the situation changes. Last week the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met to discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines. The group acknowledged that older (>65 years) and …
Are vaccinated people “dying suddenly?”
Data and Metrics VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
A: No. The Office of National Statistics in England just released some comprehensive new data comparing deaths from ALL causes by COVID vaccination status. Across all age groups, death rates are consistently lower among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated people. You can also clearly see the spikes in mortality associated with the Delta & Omicron waves that …
Can I get another COVID-19 bivalent booster?
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
Thanks to Oregon Health Authority for a concise answer to one of our most common current questions! Image text: Question: I had my bivalent COVID-19 vaccine (my 5th vaccine) in early September 2022, along with my flu shot. Since these vaccines wear off over time, will I be able to receive another COVID-19 and flu …
¿Puedo vacunarme contra el COVID-19 o influenza si estoy enfermo?
Posts en Español VaccinesAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
¡Depende! No debe vacunarse si está enfermo por COVID-19, pero los cuadros leves de otras enfermedades, no son necesariamente una razón para retrasar la vacunación. Muchas personas se están enfermando en este momento con distintos tipos de virus, como gripe, resfriados, RSV y COVID-19. Es posible que se sienta mal justo en el momento en …
