Do immunocompromised people need a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Vaccines
Vijaya Knight, MD PhD (D)ABMLI
A. Maybe. Emerging data suggest that a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine can induce a better immune response in some immunocompromised people. The CDC is expected to meet in the near future to discuss a possible 3-dose vaccine regimen for immunocompromised people. In the meantime, the CDC has stated that the current vaccine regimen may Read more…
You’ve got to be kidding me: Monkeypox?!
General Health
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes, it’s true: CDC has confirmed a case of the rare tropical disease known as monkeypox in a Dallas, TX resident who recently returned from travel in Nigeria. Here’s what you need to know about monkeypox. First of all, unless you spend time in central or western Africa, you’re probably not going to get it. Read more…
Why might Delta be more transmissible?
Biology/Immunity COVID Variants
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: In the words of virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen, “people infected with Delta are shedding a s**t-ton more virus than with earlier variants.” A newly released study has provided some clues to Delta’s transmissibility tricks by testing viral loads in quarantined close contacts of confirmed cases. Contacts were tested daily by PCR, and the course Read more…
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or think I might want to get pregnant soon?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Yes. The scientific evidence available to date points to COVID-19 vaccines being safe and effective during pregnancy and having no negative impact on fertility. While pregnant people were not enrolled in the vaccine trials, 23 people got pregnant during the Pfizer trial and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has now Read more…
Si tuve COVID, ¿Aún necesito vacunarme?
Vaccines Videos
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
R. Este breve video creado por nuestros colegas en el Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Departamento de Servicios para la Salud del estado de Wisconsin) en EE.UU. ofrece la respuesta: También ofrecemos una respuesta más detallada en una publicación anterior. Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
Should contact lens wearers take special precautions to avoid getting COVID-19?
General Health Infection and Spread
Verdena Jennings, DO
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A. Maybe. Emerging data suggest that a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine can induce a better immune response in some immunocompromised people. The CDC is expected to meet in the near future to discuss a possible 3-dose vaccine regimen for immunocompromised people. In the meantime, the CDC has stated that the current vaccine regimen may Read more…
You’ve got to be kidding me: Monkeypox?!
General HealthMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Yes, it’s true: CDC has confirmed a case of the rare tropical disease known as monkeypox in a Dallas, TX resident who recently returned from travel in Nigeria. Here’s what you need to know about monkeypox. First of all, unless you spend time in central or western Africa, you’re probably not going to get it. Read more…
Why might Delta be more transmissible?
Biology/Immunity COVID Variants
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: In the words of virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen, “people infected with Delta are shedding a s**t-ton more virus than with earlier variants.” A newly released study has provided some clues to Delta’s transmissibility tricks by testing viral loads in quarantined close contacts of confirmed cases. Contacts were tested daily by PCR, and the course Read more…
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or think I might want to get pregnant soon?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Yes. The scientific evidence available to date points to COVID-19 vaccines being safe and effective during pregnancy and having no negative impact on fertility. While pregnant people were not enrolled in the vaccine trials, 23 people got pregnant during the Pfizer trial and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has now Read more…
Si tuve COVID, ¿Aún necesito vacunarme?
Vaccines Videos
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
R. Este breve video creado por nuestros colegas en el Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Departamento de Servicios para la Salud del estado de Wisconsin) en EE.UU. ofrece la respuesta: También ofrecemos una respuesta más detallada en una publicación anterior. Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
Should contact lens wearers take special precautions to avoid getting COVID-19?
General Health Infection and Spread
Verdena Jennings, DO
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
Yes, it’s true: CDC has confirmed a case of the rare tropical disease known as monkeypox in a Dallas, TX resident who recently returned from travel in Nigeria. Here’s what you need to know about monkeypox. First of all, unless you spend time in central or western Africa, you’re probably not going to get it. Read more…
Why might Delta be more transmissible?
Biology/Immunity COVID VariantsJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: In the words of virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen, “people infected with Delta are shedding a s**t-ton more virus than with earlier variants.” A newly released study has provided some clues to Delta’s transmissibility tricks by testing viral loads in quarantined close contacts of confirmed cases. Contacts were tested daily by PCR, and the course Read more…
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or think I might want to get pregnant soon?
Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Yes. The scientific evidence available to date points to COVID-19 vaccines being safe and effective during pregnancy and having no negative impact on fertility. While pregnant people were not enrolled in the vaccine trials, 23 people got pregnant during the Pfizer trial and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has now Read more…
Si tuve COVID, ¿Aún necesito vacunarme?
Vaccines Videos
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
R. Este breve video creado por nuestros colegas en el Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Departamento de Servicios para la Salud del estado de Wisconsin) en EE.UU. ofrece la respuesta: También ofrecemos una respuesta más detallada en una publicación anterior. Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
Should contact lens wearers take special precautions to avoid getting COVID-19?
General Health Infection and Spread
Verdena Jennings, DO
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A: In the words of virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen, “people infected with Delta are shedding a s**t-ton more virus than with earlier variants.” A newly released study has provided some clues to Delta’s transmissibility tricks by testing viral loads in quarantined close contacts of confirmed cases. Contacts were tested daily by PCR, and the course Read more…
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or think I might want to get pregnant soon?
VaccinesAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Yes. The scientific evidence available to date points to COVID-19 vaccines being safe and effective during pregnancy and having no negative impact on fertility. While pregnant people were not enrolled in the vaccine trials, 23 people got pregnant during the Pfizer trial and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has now Read more…
Si tuve COVID, ¿Aún necesito vacunarme?
Vaccines Videos
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
R. Este breve video creado por nuestros colegas en el Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Departamento de Servicios para la Salud del estado de Wisconsin) en EE.UU. ofrece la respuesta: También ofrecemos una respuesta más detallada en una publicación anterior. Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
Should contact lens wearers take special precautions to avoid getting COVID-19?
General Health Infection and Spread
Verdena Jennings, DO
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A: Yes. The scientific evidence available to date points to COVID-19 vaccines being safe and effective during pregnancy and having no negative impact on fertility. While pregnant people were not enrolled in the vaccine trials, 23 people got pregnant during the Pfizer trial and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has now Read more…
Si tuve COVID, ¿Aún necesito vacunarme?
Vaccines VideosSandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
R. Este breve video creado por nuestros colegas en el Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Departamento de Servicios para la Salud del estado de Wisconsin) en EE.UU. ofrece la respuesta: También ofrecemos una respuesta más detallada en una publicación anterior. Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
Should contact lens wearers take special precautions to avoid getting COVID-19?
General Health Infection and Spread
Verdena Jennings, DO
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
R. Este breve video creado por nuestros colegas en el Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Departamento de Servicios para la Salud del estado de Wisconsin) en EE.UU. ofrece la respuesta: También ofrecemos una respuesta más detallada en una publicación anterior. Enlace a la publicación original de Facebook
Should contact lens wearers take special precautions to avoid getting COVID-19?
General Health Infection and SpreadVerdena Jennings, DO
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A: There is no evidence that the 45 million contact lens wearers in the US are at greater risk of getting COVID-19 than eyeglass wearers. Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is spread from person-to-person by respiratory droplets, there is little risk of spreading it by touching your eyes. The likelihood of getting COVID-19 by Read more…
Is the HPV vaccine safe?
Families/Kids General Health VaccinesSarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General Health
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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A: Yes! HPV vaccines have been shown to be very safe and effective! Though side effects can occur, they are typically mild and don’t cause any lasting problems. HPV vaccination reduces the risk of HPV infection, genital warts, cervical pre-cancers, and even cervical cancer! Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a super common virus that is the Read more…
Update on RSV Infections
Families/Kids General HealthMalia 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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and Metrics
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed 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…
Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising – Update from England
COVID Variants Data and MetricsJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
🏴 POSTCARDS FROM ENGLAND 🏴: Euro Cup heartbreak, big crowds, and Delta still rising. The lads still did everyone proud, but the boisterous Euro Cup crowds may not have been the best news for COVID-19 cases over the past several weeks. Cases continue to rise in the UK, thanks to the more transmissible Delta variant Read more…
Do we really need a booster vaccine already?!
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids School
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A: Probably not. But scientists are keeping an eye on it. This week Pfizer/BioNTech announced they will request approval in the U.S. for a 3rd dose of their current vaccine in case it is needed—which they said may be as soon as 6-12 months after full vaccination. CDC and U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials Read more…
CDC Updated Guidance on Schools
Families/Kids SchoolJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying Safe
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
We know that school re-opening is already on the minds of many followers. Kids under 12 are not yet eligible for vaccination (nor under 18s in the UK). We’re planning much more school discussion to come, but a quick take on the CDC’s updated guidance on schools from Prof. Joseph Allen: Pros: 1. places primacy Read more…
How can I keep kids safe around water?
General Health Staying SafeSarah Whitley Coles, MD
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and Metrics
Lauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
A: Swimming is a great way to beat the heat and get some healthy, fun exercise outdoors and there are simple steps that we can take to protect children from water injury and drowning. Learn CPR, fence off pools, keep a watchful eye on children around water, teach kiddos how to swim, and use life Read more…
Excess Mortality in the U.S. in 2020
Data and MetricsLauren Hale, PhD MA
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
The oldest Americans bore the brunt of COVID-19 mortality, but working-age Americans suffered the vast majority of excess non-COVID deaths, most commonly resulting from external causes. Today we are thrilled to host Nerdy Guest Dana Glei, PhD, discussing her research on “excess mortality,” including an increase in drug-related mortality during the pandemic. Dr. Glei completed Read more…
