Are you having symptoms? Do you think you’ve been exposed?
Clinical Symptoms
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Nice self-assessment tool now available via USC Link to original FB post
Isn’t COVID-19 basically like flu?
Data and Metrics
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: No, it’s not, in many ways. Infographic below lays it out nicely. Big differences are: * COVID-19 has a higher “R0” or reproductive number –1 sick person can infect 2.0-2.5 other people. * COVID-19 has a longer “incubation period” — time interval from exposure to symptoms. (And more time when you can asymptomatically “shed” Read more…
Importance of Individual Actions
Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great read on the importance of our individual actions right now. Link to original FB post
Pets and Coronavirus
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Good news! (and we sure need some) Dogs and cats are extremely unlikely to contract coronavirus from people or the other way around. Love up on your pets! Can pets serve as a conduit of infection? (article from UIUC Vet School) Link to original FB post
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…
COVID-19 Data by Age
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
Nice self-assessment tool now available via USC Link to original FB post
Isn’t COVID-19 basically like flu?
Data and MetricsAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
A: No, it’s not, in many ways. Infographic below lays it out nicely. Big differences are: * COVID-19 has a higher “R0” or reproductive number –1 sick person can infect 2.0-2.5 other people. * COVID-19 has a longer “incubation period” — time interval from exposure to symptoms. (And more time when you can asymptomatically “shed” Read more…
Importance of Individual Actions
Infection and Spread
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great read on the importance of our individual actions right now. Link to original FB post
Pets and Coronavirus
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Good news! (and we sure need some) Dogs and cats are extremely unlikely to contract coronavirus from people or the other way around. Love up on your pets! Can pets serve as a conduit of infection? (article from UIUC Vet School) Link to original FB post
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…
COVID-19 Data by Age
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
A: No, it’s not, in many ways. Infographic below lays it out nicely. Big differences are: * COVID-19 has a higher “R0” or reproductive number –1 sick person can infect 2.0-2.5 other people. * COVID-19 has a longer “incubation period” — time interval from exposure to symptoms. (And more time when you can asymptomatically “shed” Read more…
Importance of Individual Actions
Infection and SpreadJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Great read on the importance of our individual actions right now. Link to original FB post
Pets and Coronavirus
Families/Kids Infection and Spread
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Good news! (and we sure need some) Dogs and cats are extremely unlikely to contract coronavirus from people or the other way around. Love up on your pets! Can pets serve as a conduit of infection? (article from UIUC Vet School) Link to original FB post
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…
COVID-19 Data by Age
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
Great read on the importance of our individual actions right now. Link to original FB post
Pets and Coronavirus
Families/Kids Infection and SpreadAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Good news! (and we sure need some) Dogs and cats are extremely unlikely to contract coronavirus from people or the other way around. Love up on your pets! Can pets serve as a conduit of infection? (article from UIUC Vet School) Link to original FB post
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…
COVID-19 Data by Age
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
Good news! (and we sure need some) Dogs and cats are extremely unlikely to contract coronavirus from people or the other way around. Love up on your pets! Can pets serve as a conduit of infection? (article from UIUC Vet School) Link to original FB post
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…
COVID-19 Data by Age
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
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…
COVID-19 Data by Age
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
Even more reasons for collective vigilance: New data from CDC the suggests that young people make up a significant fraction of those hospitalized with COVID-19 thus far in the US: 38% of those hospitalized were between 20 and 54, with nearly half of ICU admissions under age 65. Fortunately, the youngest age group, people 19 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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and Spread
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
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
Dr. Malia Jones on Dr. Phil Show
Infection and SpreadAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
Treatments
Alison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
We are super proud of Nerdy Girl Dr. Malia Jones for her appearance on Dr. Phil! This is a great watch and a great forward. What strikes me is how timely Malia’s advice still is even though this was taped last week. Most other experts’ advice isn’t aging well! /Alison Link to appearance Link to Read more…
Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms?
TreatmentsAlison Buttenheim, PhD MBA, Co-founder & Advisor
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
ETA 03/20: Note — science is moving fast on this — see more recent post above as new info made available. Alison Buttenheim Should I take ibuprofen for COVID-19 symptoms? The WHO is now recommending to avoid ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nurofen) and other NSAIDS like naproxen (Aleve) for COVID-19 symptoms and instead use Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol for Read more…
COVID-19 Data Dashboard
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
For those who dig data (viz): the worldometers website provides a helpful COVID-19 data dashboard updated daily. Posted by Lindsey Leininger H/T Aron Fischer Link to original FB post
Phase I Vaccine Trial Launching in Seattle
VaccinesLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
News out of the NIH: a Phase I vaccine clinical trial is launching in Seattle. Impressively speedy time-to-launch. Interested in learning more about clinical trials? Here’s a comprehensive, non-technical resource. 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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and Metrics
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
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…
Macroeconomic Impacts of COVID-19
Data and MetricsLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
Uncategorized
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
McKinsey’s current projections on likely macroeconomic impacts of COVID-19: Best case: Global GDP in 2020 falls slightly Worst Case: Global GDP meaningfully contracts in 2020, recovery begins in Q2 2021 Other great gems in this report, too (e.g. responses of CEOs to a survey about current workstream changes). Link to original FB post
COVID Overview Webinar
UncategorizedLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
Terrific overview read, recapping a recent New York Academy of Sciences webinar. Some good news: “Over the next few days, we’re no longer going to see testing as the bottleneck that it was in the early phase,” she (Dr. Julie Gerberding, former head of CDC/current Merck exec) said. Some less good news: “It’s very important 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
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
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
