Series on Logical Fallacies – Sealioning or “I’m just asking questions. . .”
Uncertainty and MisinformationKristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the third post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies and rhetorical strategies that have led Read more…
March 1, 2022
March 1st is Baby Sleep Day!
Families/Kids General Health
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls at Dear Pandemic are thrilled to participate in Baby Sleep Day (Visit Pediatric Sleep Council FB page for live Q&A all day or Baby Sleep Day for the schedule of experts). Healthy sleep during a prolonged pandemic can be tough – especially for parents who spend a lot of energy balancing their Read more…
February 28, 2022
There is so much going on….How can I cope with stressful events in the news?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
➡️ We know that COVID-19 is not the only challenge we are facing together. And while we don’t have a way to make sense of the conflict happening in the world, we want you to know that we are here for our nerdy nation and continue to be committed to bringing you accurate, brief, and Read more…
February 26, 2022
Does breastfeeding protect my baby from COVID-19?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Breastfeeding can likely help protect babies from COVID-19 but we don’t know yet how well. Antibodies from vaccination or infection are transferred through breast milk, but they are short-lived and do not enter the bloodstream. By contrast, antibodies transferred during pregnancy enter the fetal bloodstream, where they often persist for six months or more, Read more…
February 25, 2022
Did I already have COVID-19? Antibody testing 101.
Testing and Contact Tracing
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Antibody tests, or serology tests, test your blood for evidence of a past encounter with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Importantly, these tests don’t tell you when you were infected, with which variant, or how well protected you are. Antibody tests are not cheap and are usually done in a lab. For most of us, the Read more…
February 24, 2022
What is brain fog in Long COVID and what can I do about it?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
February 23, 2022
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the third post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies and rhetorical strategies that have led Read more…
March 1st is Baby Sleep Day!
Families/Kids General HealthLauren Hale, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls at Dear Pandemic are thrilled to participate in Baby Sleep Day (Visit Pediatric Sleep Council FB page for live Q&A all day or Baby Sleep Day for the schedule of experts). Healthy sleep during a prolonged pandemic can be tough – especially for parents who spend a lot of energy balancing their Read more…
February 28, 2022
There is so much going on….How can I cope with stressful events in the news?
Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
➡️ We know that COVID-19 is not the only challenge we are facing together. And while we don’t have a way to make sense of the conflict happening in the world, we want you to know that we are here for our nerdy nation and continue to be committed to bringing you accurate, brief, and Read more…
February 26, 2022
Does breastfeeding protect my baby from COVID-19?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Breastfeeding can likely help protect babies from COVID-19 but we don’t know yet how well. Antibodies from vaccination or infection are transferred through breast milk, but they are short-lived and do not enter the bloodstream. By contrast, antibodies transferred during pregnancy enter the fetal bloodstream, where they often persist for six months or more, Read more…
February 25, 2022
Did I already have COVID-19? Antibody testing 101.
Testing and Contact Tracing
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Antibody tests, or serology tests, test your blood for evidence of a past encounter with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Importantly, these tests don’t tell you when you were infected, with which variant, or how well protected you are. Antibody tests are not cheap and are usually done in a lab. For most of us, the Read more…
February 24, 2022
What is brain fog in Long COVID and what can I do about it?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
February 23, 2022
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
The Nerdy Girls at Dear Pandemic are thrilled to participate in Baby Sleep Day (Visit Pediatric Sleep Council FB page for live Q&A all day or Baby Sleep Day for the schedule of experts). Healthy sleep during a prolonged pandemic can be tough – especially for parents who spend a lot of energy balancing their Read more…
There is so much going on….How can I cope with stressful events in the news?
Mental HealthAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
➡️ We know that COVID-19 is not the only challenge we are facing together. And while we don’t have a way to make sense of the conflict happening in the world, we want you to know that we are here for our nerdy nation and continue to be committed to bringing you accurate, brief, and Read more…
February 26, 2022
Does breastfeeding protect my baby from COVID-19?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Breastfeeding can likely help protect babies from COVID-19 but we don’t know yet how well. Antibodies from vaccination or infection are transferred through breast milk, but they are short-lived and do not enter the bloodstream. By contrast, antibodies transferred during pregnancy enter the fetal bloodstream, where they often persist for six months or more, Read more…
February 25, 2022
Did I already have COVID-19? Antibody testing 101.
Testing and Contact Tracing
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Antibody tests, or serology tests, test your blood for evidence of a past encounter with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Importantly, these tests don’t tell you when you were infected, with which variant, or how well protected you are. Antibody tests are not cheap and are usually done in a lab. For most of us, the Read more…
February 24, 2022
What is brain fog in Long COVID and what can I do about it?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
February 23, 2022
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
➡️ We know that COVID-19 is not the only challenge we are facing together. And while we don’t have a way to make sense of the conflict happening in the world, we want you to know that we are here for our nerdy nation and continue to be committed to bringing you accurate, brief, and Read more…
Does breastfeeding protect my baby from COVID-19?
Families/Kids VaccinesChana Davis, PhD
A: Breastfeeding can likely help protect babies from COVID-19 but we don’t know yet how well. Antibodies from vaccination or infection are transferred through breast milk, but they are short-lived and do not enter the bloodstream. By contrast, antibodies transferred during pregnancy enter the fetal bloodstream, where they often persist for six months or more, Read more…
February 25, 2022
Did I already have COVID-19? Antibody testing 101.
Testing and Contact Tracing
Chana Davis, PhD
A: Antibody tests, or serology tests, test your blood for evidence of a past encounter with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Importantly, these tests don’t tell you when you were infected, with which variant, or how well protected you are. Antibody tests are not cheap and are usually done in a lab. For most of us, the Read more…
February 24, 2022
What is brain fog in Long COVID and what can I do about it?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
February 23, 2022
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
A: Breastfeeding can likely help protect babies from COVID-19 but we don’t know yet how well. Antibodies from vaccination or infection are transferred through breast milk, but they are short-lived and do not enter the bloodstream. By contrast, antibodies transferred during pregnancy enter the fetal bloodstream, where they often persist for six months or more, Read more…
Did I already have COVID-19? Antibody testing 101.
Testing and Contact TracingChana Davis, PhD
A: Antibody tests, or serology tests, test your blood for evidence of a past encounter with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Importantly, these tests don’t tell you when you were infected, with which variant, or how well protected you are. Antibody tests are not cheap and are usually done in a lab. For most of us, the Read more…
February 24, 2022
What is brain fog in Long COVID and what can I do about it?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
February 23, 2022
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
A: Antibody tests, or serology tests, test your blood for evidence of a past encounter with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Importantly, these tests don’t tell you when you were infected, with which variant, or how well protected you are. Antibody tests are not cheap and are usually done in a lab. For most of us, the Read more…
What is brain fog in Long COVID and what can I do about it?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVIDSarah Whitley Coles, MD
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
February 23, 2022
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and Misinformation
Kristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
TL;DR: Brain fog is a catch all term that could mean confusion, difficulty thinking, trouble concentrating, memory problems, mental fatigue, or straight up feeling mentally “fuzzy.” Brain fog after COVID-19 infection is common and can be mild to debilitating. We don’t yet know how to treat this, but there are some things you can do Read more…
Series on Logical Fallacies – The False Dichotomy
Uncertainty and MisinformationKristen Panthagani, MD, PhD
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
February 22, 2022
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
Uncategorized
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
At Dear Pandemic, we want to dish out science facts AND equip our readers with tools to make sense of data and science themselves. This is the second post in an ongoing series by Dr. Kristen Panthagani of You Can Know Things, in which she dissects common logical fallacies that have led people astray during Read more…
Meet Those Nerdy Girls – Joanna Dreifus
UncategorizedMalia Jones, PhD MPH
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
February 22, 2022
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
It’s time to meet the women behind the magic here at Dear Pandemic! Today we’d love to introduce you to Joanna Dreifus, MPH–our Director of Community Engagement. Joanna volunteered to help us out more than a year ago. Her main area of focus is all things YOU! Our readers. She reads all your comments (yes Read more…
What are the booster shot guidelines if you had COVID-19?
VaccinesAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
February 21, 2022
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEM
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
UPDATED 2/22 RE: Booster dose after use of monoclonal antibodies or convalescent plasma. A: Most people who get COVID-19 after receiving the primary vaccine series can get their booster dose on the normal schedule, as long as they meet the criteria for ending isolation. One exception is people who develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS). For Read more…
Nerdy Publication alert!
Uncertainty and Misinformation Women in STEMJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
February 20, 2022
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
The Nerdy Girls are thrilled to share a jointly authored editorial in the American Journal of Health Promotion sharing our “Let’s Learn” communication strategy: 💥 Lesson #1: ➡️ Listening and Empathy Come First In the Dear Pandemic community, learning is a two-way street. Our readers are among our best teachers. Read the full essay here: Read more…
Great Videos on Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
February 18, 2022
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVID
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
Football season over? No more Olympics? Already watched everything on Netflix? Embrace your inner Nerd and check out these great videos on Viruses, Vaccines, & Pandemic Science from the American Museum of Natural History: Viruses, Vaccines, and COVID-19 Link to Original FB Post
💔 Disheartening news: A new study shows that COVID-19 raises risk of cardiovascular disease for at least a year after infection.
Data and Metrics Long COVIDJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
February 17, 2022
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVID
Ashley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
A recent large study of U.S. Veterans found that the risk of having a heart attack, stroke and a long list of other cardiovascular events was higher for those who had COVID-19 the year prior compared to those who didn’t. The risk was highest for those who had been admitted to the hospital or ICU Read more…
How do I get back to my normal exercise after a COVID-19 infection?
Clinical Symptoms Long COVIDAshley Ritter, APRN, PhD
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…
Exercise intolerance is one of the most commonly reported long-term symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Scientists continue to research the underlying cause of these symptoms with attention on the autonomic nervous system. This post provides information on two common symptoms of exercise intolerance after COVID-19 and strategies to support your recovery. Nerdy Girl Ashley here. I Read more…