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Five years of researching, writing, and sharing trusted health info—what’s next?

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This week, we’ve been celebrating 5 years of trusted, science-backed health information—and today, we’re looking ahead.  Watch our Executive Director, MK Haber, on what’s next for Those Nerdy Girls. Now and in the future, you can count on Those Nerdy Girls to: Educate, not commentate—always rooted in the best available science  Provide actionable steps to Read more…

What happens behind the scenes at Those Nerdy Girls?

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What happens behind the scenes at Those Nerdy Girls? For 5 years, Those Nerdy Girls has been your trusted source for clear, science-backed health information. But to keep going, we need you. 🎥 Meet our Production Team and see what goes on behind the scenes at Those Nerdy Girls! Link to Original Facebook Post

How much iron should I take?

General Health Videos

Your iron supplement dose depends on how much iron you need and how well you tolerate iron. Taking your iron pill every other day and combining it with vitamin C may help you get the most benefit from your supplement. Watch this video by Nerdy Girl Daphne Berryhill, RPh to learn more! For additional information Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 11/07/24 – Join the fight against misinformation

Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos

Join the fight against misinformation with Those Nerdy Girls and ScienceUpFirst. Learn about levels of scientific evidence, red flags, misleading tactics and tough conversations. Hosted by: Krishana Sankar, PhD: ScienceUpFirst (@scienceupfirst) Chana Davis, PhD: Those Nerdy Girls (@thosenerdygirls) ➡️ 0:00–5:42 – Welcome and Intros ➡️ 5:43– 11:59 – General strategies for polarizing conversations Our tips Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 10/25/24 – Your COVID Vaccine Questions Answered

Vaccines Videos

Those Nerdy Girls answer your questions about COVID vaccines including Novavax, side effects, timing, and more. Hosted by: – Chana Davis, PhD @thosenerdygirls x @fueledbyscience – Andrea Harmony NP-C, PMHS @thosenerdygirls – Gayle Mendoza, MPH, BSN, RN @thosenerdygirls Always seek the advice of your health care provider with questions about your medical care. ➡️ 0:00 Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 09/27/24 – What is mpox, and why is it in the news?

Hot Health Topics Infectious Diseases Videos

Those Nerdy Girls and FactCheck.org talk about the mpox public health emergency. Hosted by: – Liz Marnik, PhD: Those Nerdy Girls & ScienceWhizLiz (@sciencewhizliz) – Jessica McDonald, PhD & Kate Yandell: FactCheck.org Always seek the advice of your health care provider with questions about your medical care. ➡️ 0:00-1:33 Welcome & Intros ➡️ 1:34-6:26 What Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening

General Health Videos

Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 04/12/24: Fact-checking science-based claims.

Data Literacy Videos

Those Nerdy Girls and FactCheck.org talk about fact-checking science-based claims. Hosted by: – Lori Robertson: Managing Editor at FactCheck.org (@factcheck.org) – Chana Davis, PhD: Contributing Writer at Those Nerdy Girls (@thosenerdygirls) ➡️ 0:00 – 0:33 General welcome and intros ➡️ 0:34 – 2:21 Introduction to FactCheck.org ➡️ 2:22 – 3:46 Introduction to Those Nerdy Girls Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 11/17/23

Vaccines Videos

Those Nerdy Girls answer your questions about fall vaccines for COVID-19, flu, and RSV. Hosted by: – Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD: TNG Founding Member & Contributing Writer – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled by Science ➡️ Welcome and Intros (0:00-0:59) ➡️ Who needs an RSV vaccine and why? What is Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 08/24/23

COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments Vaccines Videos

Those Nerdy Girls answer your questions about COVID-19 and flu, including boosters, risk, new variant, and nasal sprays. Hosted by: – Andrea Harmony, NP-C, PMHS: TNG Contributing Writer & Family Nurse Practitioner – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled by Science ➡️ Welcome and Intros (0:00-0:46) ➡️ Is COVID-19 the new Read more…

Nerdy Girls Live 06/22/23

COVID Variants Infection and Spread Staying Safe Testing and Contact Tracing Vaccines Videos

Those Nerdy Girls discuss COVID-19 risks, precautions, and boosters. 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 (00:00-01:12) ➡️ Current COVID-19 risk level (What is it and how is it measured?) (1:13-5:13) ➡️ Read more…