Those Nerdy Girls and FactCheck.org talk about the mpox public health emergency.
Hosted by:
– Liz Marnik, PhD: Those Nerdy Girls & ScienceWhizLiz (@sciencewhizliz)
– Jessica McDonald, PhD & Kate Yandell: FactCheck.org
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➡️ 0:00-1:33 Welcome & Intros
➡️ 1:34-6:26 What is mpox, and why is it in the news?
Those Nerdy Girls: Why did the World Health Organization declare mpox a public health emergency of international concern?
➡️ 6:27-9:43 Where are the current mpox outbreaks?
Science: Confused about the mpox outbreaks? Here’s what’s spreading, where, and why
➡️ 9:44-11:10 How is the virus transmitted?
ECDC: Factsheet for health professionals on mpox
➡️ 11:12-13:10 What is the threat level for mpox? Who is at greatest risk?
CDC: Mpox in the United States: Current Situation
CDC: Mpox Rapid Risk Assessment
Govt. of Canada: Rapid risk assessment: Clades 1a and 1b mpox virus (MPXV) multi-country outbreaks – public health implications for Canada
➡️ 13:11-17:05 How can we prevent and treat mpox?
CDC: Mpox Vaccine Recommendations
➡️ 17:06-23:15 Clearing up myths and misconceptions
factcheck.org: Posts Sharing Mpox Misinformation Recycle Claims from Prior Viral Outbreaks
➡️ 23:16-28:40 Closing comments & resources for avoiding misinformation
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