Can a biopsy spread your cancer?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Most biopsies won’t spread cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Biopsies have come under fire on social media recently. People are saying that biopsies aren’t safe because they can “seed” the cancer. Seeding is the term used for cancer Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What do vaccination and umbrellas have in common?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Sandy Laping, MSc
Community immunity (aka “herd immunity”) is a really important factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases… and just like an umbrella can protect you and the person standing next to you from the rain, vaccination can do the same. Did you know? The term herd immunity was first used when British scientists back in Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
How is Alzheimer’s disease diagnosed?
Aging General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a complex, long process, but new technologies show promise for more rapid and accurate diagnosis. With over 7 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, and as a disease that is rarely publicly discussed with much surrounding stigma, it is only natural that many people have questions about what it Read more…
A candid look at breast cancer risk
General Health Reproductive Health
Chana Davis, PhD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Most biopsies won’t spread cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Biopsies have come under fire on social media recently. People are saying that biopsies aren’t safe because they can “seed” the cancer. Seeding is the term used for cancer Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What do vaccination and umbrellas have in common?
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Sandy Laping, MSc
Community immunity (aka “herd immunity”) is a really important factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases… and just like an umbrella can protect you and the person standing next to you from the rain, vaccination can do the same. Did you know? The term herd immunity was first used when British scientists back in Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
How is Alzheimer’s disease diagnosed?
Aging General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a complex, long process, but new technologies show promise for more rapid and accurate diagnosis. With over 7 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, and as a disease that is rarely publicly discussed with much surrounding stigma, it is only natural that many people have questions about what it Read more…
A candid look at breast cancer risk
General Health Reproductive Health
Chana Davis, PhD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What do vaccination and umbrellas have in common?
Infectious Diseases VaccinesSandy Laping, MSc
Community immunity (aka “herd immunity”) is a really important factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases… and just like an umbrella can protect you and the person standing next to you from the rain, vaccination can do the same. Did you know? The term herd immunity was first used when British scientists back in Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
How is Alzheimer’s disease diagnosed?
Aging General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a complex, long process, but new technologies show promise for more rapid and accurate diagnosis. With over 7 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, and as a disease that is rarely publicly discussed with much surrounding stigma, it is only natural that many people have questions about what it Read more…
A candid look at breast cancer risk
General Health Reproductive Health
Chana Davis, PhD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Community immunity (aka “herd immunity”) is a really important factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases… and just like an umbrella can protect you and the person standing next to you from the rain, vaccination can do the same. Did you know? The term herd immunity was first used when British scientists back in Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
How is Alzheimer’s disease diagnosed?
Aging General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a complex, long process, but new technologies show promise for more rapid and accurate diagnosis. With over 7 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, and as a disease that is rarely publicly discussed with much surrounding stigma, it is only natural that many people have questions about what it Read more…
A candid look at breast cancer risk
General Health Reproductive Health
Chana Davis, PhD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
How is Alzheimer’s disease diagnosed?
Aging General HealthSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a complex, long process, but new technologies show promise for more rapid and accurate diagnosis. With over 7 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, and as a disease that is rarely publicly discussed with much surrounding stigma, it is only natural that many people have questions about what it Read more…
A candid look at breast cancer risk
General Health Reproductive Health
Chana Davis, PhD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s is a complex, long process, but new technologies show promise for more rapid and accurate diagnosis. With over 7 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, and as a disease that is rarely publicly discussed with much surrounding stigma, it is only natural that many people have questions about what it Read more…
A candid look at breast cancer risk
General Health Reproductive HealthChana Davis, PhD
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Nerdy Girl Alumna Dr. Chana Davis takes a deep dive into breast cancer risk: what we can and cannot control. (This post was originally published on October 30, 2024.) A candid look at breast cancer risk It’s time to shift the conversation about breast cancer risk and be candid Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy NotesRebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive HealthKatherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? 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 Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General HealthAshley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
UncategorizedMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEMThose Nerdy Girls
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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds 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…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General HealthDaphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyCamille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General HealthRebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics TreatmentsCynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General HealthSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
