How will having an abortion impact my mental health?
Mental Health Reproductive Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
A: While it is perfectly natural to experience some mixed emotions and even some sadness and anxiety after having an abortion, the research shows that the vast majority of people who get abortions feel satisfied with their decision and do not regret the choice. The best data we have on this issue is from something Read more…
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of Long Covid?
Long COVID
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: A new study out of the Veterans Health Administration suggests that Paxlovid may reduce the risk of Long Covid. This study is not yet peer reviewed (take it with a grain of salt) but it is hopeful! Paxlovid, also called ritonavir-boosted nirmatrelvir, reduces the risk of hospitalization and death. A new study now suggests Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
If you haven’t already… GO get your flu shot NOW!
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Flu is hitting early and fiercely this year. Hospitals, especially pediatric hospitals, are filling up with a mix of RSV, COVID, and flu. We have vaccines for 2 of those 3 infections…let’s use them! Source: CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Link to Original FB Post
Do flu shots work?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes. Annual flu vaccines prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of flu and save thousands of lives every year. The answer to the question “how well do they work” isn’t black and white because it changes from year to year, and even sometimes within a season. But even in a year when the flu vaccine Read more…
What does the science say about Daylight Saving Time?
General Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
Vaccines
Megan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: While it is perfectly natural to experience some mixed emotions and even some sadness and anxiety after having an abortion, the research shows that the vast majority of people who get abortions feel satisfied with their decision and do not regret the choice. The best data we have on this issue is from something Read more…
Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of Long Covid?
Long COVIDSarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: A new study out of the Veterans Health Administration suggests that Paxlovid may reduce the risk of Long Covid. This study is not yet peer reviewed (take it with a grain of salt) but it is hopeful! Paxlovid, also called ritonavir-boosted nirmatrelvir, reduces the risk of hospitalization and death. A new study now suggests Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
If you haven’t already… GO get your flu shot NOW!
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Flu is hitting early and fiercely this year. Hospitals, especially pediatric hospitals, are filling up with a mix of RSV, COVID, and flu. We have vaccines for 2 of those 3 infections…let’s use them! Source: CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Link to Original FB Post
Do flu shots work?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes. Annual flu vaccines prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of flu and save thousands of lives every year. The answer to the question “how well do they work” isn’t black and white because it changes from year to year, and even sometimes within a season. But even in a year when the flu vaccine Read more…
What does the science say about Daylight Saving Time?
General Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
Vaccines
Megan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: A new study out of the Veterans Health Administration suggests that Paxlovid may reduce the risk of Long Covid. This study is not yet peer reviewed (take it with a grain of salt) but it is hopeful! Paxlovid, also called ritonavir-boosted nirmatrelvir, reduces the risk of hospitalization and death. A new study now suggests Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General HealthAlexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
If you haven’t already… GO get your flu shot NOW!
Infectious Diseases Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Flu is hitting early and fiercely this year. Hospitals, especially pediatric hospitals, are filling up with a mix of RSV, COVID, and flu. We have vaccines for 2 of those 3 infections…let’s use them! Source: CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Link to Original FB Post
Do flu shots work?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes. Annual flu vaccines prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of flu and save thousands of lives every year. The answer to the question “how well do they work” isn’t black and white because it changes from year to year, and even sometimes within a season. But even in a year when the flu vaccine Read more…
What does the science say about Daylight Saving Time?
General Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
Vaccines
Megan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
If you haven’t already… GO get your flu shot NOW!
Infectious Diseases VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Flu is hitting early and fiercely this year. Hospitals, especially pediatric hospitals, are filling up with a mix of RSV, COVID, and flu. We have vaccines for 2 of those 3 infections…let’s use them! Source: CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Link to Original FB Post
Do flu shots work?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes. Annual flu vaccines prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of flu and save thousands of lives every year. The answer to the question “how well do they work” isn’t black and white because it changes from year to year, and even sometimes within a season. But even in a year when the flu vaccine Read more…
What does the science say about Daylight Saving Time?
General Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
Vaccines
Megan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
Flu is hitting early and fiercely this year. Hospitals, especially pediatric hospitals, are filling up with a mix of RSV, COVID, and flu. We have vaccines for 2 of those 3 infections…let’s use them! Source: CDC Weekly U.S. Influenza Surveillance Report Link to Original FB Post
Do flu shots work?
Infectious DiseasesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes. Annual flu vaccines prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of flu and save thousands of lives every year. The answer to the question “how well do they work” isn’t black and white because it changes from year to year, and even sometimes within a season. But even in a year when the flu vaccine Read more…
What does the science say about Daylight Saving Time?
General Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
Vaccines
Megan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
Yes. Annual flu vaccines prevent hundreds of thousands of cases of flu and save thousands of lives every year. The answer to the question “how well do they work” isn’t black and white because it changes from year to year, and even sometimes within a season. But even in a year when the flu vaccine Read more…
What does the science say about Daylight Saving Time?
General HealthLauren Hale, PhD MA
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
Vaccines
Megan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: TL; DR. Permanent Standard Time is best for our sleep and circadian biology, which is fundamental to overall health and well-being. Sleep and circadian scientists advocate for ending the twice annual shifting of the clock. However, rather than switching to permanent Daylight Saving Time (which has more light at the end of the day), Read more…
Can I take a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy? 🥚🥚🥚
VaccinesMegan Madsen, DO
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: Yes, you can! TL;DR: Even for people who have severe egg allergies, flu vaccines are safe and effective. The amount of egg protein is so tiny that it is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. There are also 2 available flu vaccines that contain no egg protein at all. Egg allergy occurs in Read more…
I often see the claim that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion. Is it really this common? Who are all these women?
Reproductive HealthKatherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
TL;DR: Based on 2014 rates, it’s true that 1 in 4 women in the United States has an abortion by the age of 45. Many of our preconceptions about who gets abortions are not true. The majority of women having abortions are already mothers, in their 20s, have some college or a college degree, and Read more…
Is it possible to have symptoms of depression because I had COVID recently?
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious Diseases
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
Yes, it is. People can also have symptoms of anxiety and other mood symptoms after COVID too. This can also happen after other infections like the flu or even Epstein Barr Virus [(EBV), the one that often causes mononucleosis]. Between 20-30% of people can develop mental health symptoms* up to 6 months after COVID or Read more…
What is this “RSV” I’ve been hearing about?
Infectious DiseasesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive Health
A. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
RSV (respiratory syncytial virus infection) is one of the dozens of viruses that can cause “the common cold. But it’s one to watch out for: it’s highly contagious and unlike some of the other common cold causes, RSV can turn dangerous. Preemies, infants, young children; people with immune, lung, or heart disease; and older adults Read more…
What if I have an unplanned pregnancy? What are my options now that Roe was overturned?
Reproductive HealthA. August Burns, MPH, PA, CM
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and Misinformation
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: It’s important to know your legal rights. Abortion is still legal in many states, and other reproductive healthcare services remain protected by law. *Your Legal Right to Access Abortion Services* The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision did not outlaw abortion but gave the states the power to do so. Access to abortion now depends on Read more…
How can I tell if a news source is legit or not?
Data Literacy Uncertainty and MisinformationAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
A: Follow five steps for vetting news sources from The News Literacy Project! TL:DR; Five steps include-web search the source, look for reporting standards, check for transparency, see how errors are handled, read a few news stories from that source. It can feel tricky to determine whether something you read online is from a legitimate Read more…
What is prebunking?
Uncertainty and MisinformationSarah Whitley Coles, MD
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
Tl;DR: Prebunking is an effective strategy to combat misinformation. Prebunking makes people aware in advance that they might be misled and teaches folks ways to recognize misinformation at the get-go. Prebunking, sometimes called attitudinal inoculation, alerts people in advance that misinformation and disinformation might be coming their way. Prebunking is an effective “heads up” for Read more…
