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Raw milk is the perfect medium to grow bacteria, some of which can make us sick. Here are 5 reasons why pasteurized milk is the safer option. Raw milk is milk from cows, goats, sheep (or other animals) straight from the teat that has not been pasteurized. Consuming raw milk, or products made with raw Read more…
In the wake of an historic election season (that’s still ongoing for a few very consequential races!), three Nerdy Girls share where they were, what they noticed, and how they felt on the days they chose to vote. Last week, America saw its highest voter turnout rate in a midterm year since 1914. First-time voters, Read more…
RSV immunization is recommended for babies, some toddlers, pregnant people, and many older adults. With fall in full swing, winter respiratory virus season is also getting into gear and, like every year, it brings along infectious diseases like COVID, flu, and RSV. A quick refresher – what is RSV? RSV stands for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Read more…
Post-Election Uncertainty It is the day after Election Day in the United States, and perhaps many of you are feeling what we feel, too: uncertainty. For our families, for our friends and neighbors, and for our futures. Amidst this uncertainty, let us recommit to you and the work ahead. We are scientists, researchers, clinicians, leaders, Read more…
This post was written by Guest Contributor Dr. Nicole Loew and originally published on March 16, 2026. She has her PhD in nursing from the University of Iowa, and her research interests include understanding how women’s contexts impact their perspectives of sexual health and their sexual behavior. Political Determinants of Health: The Policies Behind Our Read more…
Thank you for reading. We made a guide for you, our readers. These are some of the tips we use ourselves when a health headline sounds too dramatic, too good, or too misleading to be true. We hope you find this helpful and would love you to share this with your networks. Those Nerdy Girls Read more…
Get familiar with what’s on your ballot, find out what identification you need to vote, and make a plan for getting to your polling place. TL;DR: Before Tuesday, you can view a sample ballot online, look up what ID you need to bring, figure out if you get (paid) time off work to vote, and Read more…
TL; DR. Well, it’s complicated, but science tells us that permanent standard time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent daylight saving time, permanent standard time Read more…
A: The abundance of information that comes our way these days is often overwhelming. This makes it harder than ever to cut through the noise, and election season absolutely adds to this challenge. The good news is that Lindsey’s Laws for news diligence, which we’ve been using here at Those Nerdy Girls to fight misleading Read more…
A: In-person, by mail, and absentee. Once you are registered, there are several options for voting. See below for information on these options, and make sure to check deadlines in your state for each one. In-person voting: On election day, November 3rd, you can vote in-person. To find your polling location, visit https://www.nass.org/can-i-vote/find-your-polling-place. The hours Read more…
Hyperpigmentation is a common cause of darkened skin spots. Hormone changes, inflammation, and even some medications can trigger it, but a common culprit is sun exposure, especially in people with melanin-rich skin. Regular use of sun protection, including a broad-spectrum tinted sunscreen, is the best way to prevent hyperpigmentation. Your clinician can also recommend treatments Read more…
I keep hearing about Salmonella. Can you tell me more? Salmonella is a bacterium that can contaminate food and cause symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. Keep an eye on food recalls, and follow a few steps to reduce your risk of getting sick. You might have heard about the recent Salmonella outbreak that led to Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls wants everyone to be able to participate in our democracy by voting. Your voice deserves to be heard. Remember that in tight races, just a few votes can make a big difference. One of those votes could be yours. Although it is too late to register in some states, there are plenty Read more…
The case of a Russian laboratory worker who died from pneumonia of unknown origin has been widely reported in the media because she worked in a lab that studies the plague. There are many factors we don’t know about yet, but the risk for anyone who hasn’t been in contact with her is low. What Read more…
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
A: We say breasts are dense if they have more fibrous and connective tissue. Less dense breasts have more fat and less fibrous tissue. Tissue is typically graded from A through D in terms of density. A is almost entirely fat, while D is almost entirely thicker fibrous tissue. I think of this like the Read more…
Hand foot and mouth disease is another one of those pesky viral rashes. While it is extremely common and is highly infectious, fortunately it usually causes only mild disease.✋🦶🏽👄 What causes hand foot and mouth disease? Hand foot and mouth, or HFM is a disease caused by a virus that is very common among young Read more…
In this collaboration series, Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things dissects some common logical fallacies that can lead people astray. Logical fallacies are common patterns of reasoning that seem true on the surface but have one or more critical flaws. At their root, many are oversimplifications–like a cognitive shortcut. They are appealing because Read more…
What is an eating disorder? Please read on to learn a little bit more about eating disorders and how to get help. What are eating disorders? Eating disorders are serious diseases responsible for both medical and physical illness. They are defined as changes in eating behaviors and patterns that affect mental and physical health. Up Read more…
Measles cases continue to rise in the US, and four people have died recently. Vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and those around you. So how bad is it? Where are we on numbers? Let’s take a look: Note – we use data from the Brown University Pandemic Center’s weekly tracking report. While Read more…
