Posts by Sandy Laping, MSc

What is the deal with the new U.S. childhood vaccine schedule? August 21, 2026

Mosquito season is upon us. What’s this West Nile Virus I hear about? I live nowhere near the Nile! July 28, 2026

I keep hearing about New World Screwworm in the news. Can you tell me more about it? July 17, 2026

What’s going on with this outbreak of diarrhea in the US? July 15, 2026

June is Pride Month. Why do Those Nerdy Girls feel it is important to write about Pride? June 17, 2026

It’s been over six months since I’ve had my last COVID vaccine. Is it still a good idea to get vaccinated this spring? May 22, 2026

Can you tell me more about hantavirus? It’s been in the news, and I’m worried. May 8, 2026

What is “Cicada,” the new COVID variant? April 28, 2026

I’ve heard there was a meningitis outbreak in the UK recently. Can you tell me more and how I can best protect my family? April 21, 2026

It’s National Public Health Week! April 6, 2026

We need to talk about measles, again – Measles Update – March’26 March 17, 2026

Black History Month: A century of Black women breaking barriers in STEM February 23, 2026

You see a WILD claim on social media, but how do you know it’s true? February 17, 2026

Q: Why are people sharing their pronouns? February 5, 2026

What’s going on with this U.S. childhood vaccine schedule change? January 20, 2026

What exactly are ethics, and how important are they in human medical research? January 7, 2026

I keep hearing about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in some regions. What is it, and do I need to worry about it? December 12, 2025

You haven’t written about measles in a while – can you give an update? November 7, 2025

What do vaccination and umbrellas have in common? October 23, 2025

Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true? October 14, 2025

June is Pride Month. Why do Those Nerdy Girls feel it is important to write about Pride? June 6, 2025

What exactly are Ethics, and how important are they in human medical research? May 23, 2025

What’s happening with measles in the U.S.? April 11, 2025

It’s National Public Health Week! April 9, 2025

How can I protect myself from measles? March 20, 2025

What is happening with the measles outbreak in Texas? March 4, 2025

How are vaccines developed, and how do we know they are safe? February 20, 2025

Tomorrow is International Day of Women and Girls in Science February 10, 2025

How can you count on Those Nerdy Girls to cover current events? January 31, 2025

Why are archived links popping up in TNG posts, and what are they? January 27, 2025

What is the latest on Bird Flu? December 17, 2024

What’s the latest on Bird Flu? October 28, 2024

Q: Why are people sharing their pronouns? October 16, 2024

What should I know before stocking up on hand sanitizer? September 13, 2024

How are vaccines developed, and how do we know they are safe? July 26, 2024

Q: June is Pride Month. Why do Those Nerdy Girls feel it is important to write about Pride? June 24, 2024

This month I’m seeing Pride 🏳️‍🌈 and Trans 🏳️‍⚧️ flags everywhere. What is that all about? June 15, 2024

Avian Influenza (H5N1) Update – May 15, 2024 May 16, 2024