What’s going on with measles (Part 2)
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
With measles cases now in 30 states (as of April 2026), many of our readers have questions about what they can do to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer (Immuno Minutes) is here to answer them. Read our most recent post on measles by Nerdy Girls Dr. Cindy Leifer Read more…
Measles cases continue to rise, and it’s worrying.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Measles is a virus that spreads from person to person in tiny droplets that stay in the air for hours. It is the most contagious infection in people. The good news is that there is a highly effective vaccine, which is greater than 97% effective if you get both doses. Watch this video from Cindy Read more…
Happy Birthday to Us!!
Videos Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
Six years ago, a group of nerdy scientists and clinicians started answering health and science questions for their friends and family — and somehow, it turned into this. The ultimate OG Nerdy Girl and Founder Malia Jones and our current Executive Director MK invite you to celebrate with us today! Six years ago, a group Read more…
Who is John Snow, the father of Epidemiology?
Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What do you do when you get a bunch of Nerds together in real life? Of course, you create a video about the father of Epidemiology! Featuring Nerdy Girls Dr. Gabriella (@gabriellaexplains), Dr. Jenn Dowd, Dr. Irini Hadjisavva, Sandy Laping, and MK Haber. Video created by Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella @GabriellaExplains. Video edited by Nerdy Read more…
What’s the deal with heavy metal poisoning?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Heavy metals, like lead, can build up in the body and cause poisoning or toxicity. For most people, this is unlikely to happen from everyday exposures. Your clinician can tell you if testing is a good idea. Heavy metal toxicity can be very dangerous, but it is the amount of heavy metals that you’re in Read more…
Is the Glucola test necessary?
Reproductive Health Videos
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
With measles cases now in 30 states (as of April 2026), many of our readers have questions about what they can do to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer (Immuno Minutes) is here to answer them. Read our most recent post on measles by Nerdy Girls Dr. Cindy Leifer Read more…
Measles cases continue to rise, and it’s worrying.
Infectious Diseases Vaccines VideosCynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Measles is a virus that spreads from person to person in tiny droplets that stay in the air for hours. It is the most contagious infection in people. The good news is that there is a highly effective vaccine, which is greater than 97% effective if you get both doses. Watch this video from Cindy Read more…
Happy Birthday to Us!!
Videos Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
Six years ago, a group of nerdy scientists and clinicians started answering health and science questions for their friends and family — and somehow, it turned into this. The ultimate OG Nerdy Girl and Founder Malia Jones and our current Executive Director MK invite you to celebrate with us today! Six years ago, a group Read more…
Who is John Snow, the father of Epidemiology?
Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What do you do when you get a bunch of Nerds together in real life? Of course, you create a video about the father of Epidemiology! Featuring Nerdy Girls Dr. Gabriella (@gabriellaexplains), Dr. Jenn Dowd, Dr. Irini Hadjisavva, Sandy Laping, and MK Haber. Video created by Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella @GabriellaExplains. Video edited by Nerdy Read more…
What’s the deal with heavy metal poisoning?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Heavy metals, like lead, can build up in the body and cause poisoning or toxicity. For most people, this is unlikely to happen from everyday exposures. Your clinician can tell you if testing is a good idea. Heavy metal toxicity can be very dangerous, but it is the amount of heavy metals that you’re in Read more…
Is the Glucola test necessary?
Reproductive Health Videos
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Measles is a virus that spreads from person to person in tiny droplets that stay in the air for hours. It is the most contagious infection in people. The good news is that there is a highly effective vaccine, which is greater than 97% effective if you get both doses. Watch this video from Cindy Read more…
Happy Birthday to Us!!
Videos Women in STEMThose Nerdy Girls
Six years ago, a group of nerdy scientists and clinicians started answering health and science questions for their friends and family — and somehow, it turned into this. The ultimate OG Nerdy Girl and Founder Malia Jones and our current Executive Director MK invite you to celebrate with us today! Six years ago, a group Read more…
Who is John Snow, the father of Epidemiology?
Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What do you do when you get a bunch of Nerds together in real life? Of course, you create a video about the father of Epidemiology! Featuring Nerdy Girls Dr. Gabriella (@gabriellaexplains), Dr. Jenn Dowd, Dr. Irini Hadjisavva, Sandy Laping, and MK Haber. Video created by Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella @GabriellaExplains. Video edited by Nerdy Read more…
What’s the deal with heavy metal poisoning?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Heavy metals, like lead, can build up in the body and cause poisoning or toxicity. For most people, this is unlikely to happen from everyday exposures. Your clinician can tell you if testing is a good idea. Heavy metal toxicity can be very dangerous, but it is the amount of heavy metals that you’re in Read more…
Is the Glucola test necessary?
Reproductive Health Videos
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Six years ago, a group of nerdy scientists and clinicians started answering health and science questions for their friends and family — and somehow, it turned into this. The ultimate OG Nerdy Girl and Founder Malia Jones and our current Executive Director MK invite you to celebrate with us today! Six years ago, a group Read more…
Who is John Snow, the father of Epidemiology?
VideosThose Nerdy Girls
What do you do when you get a bunch of Nerds together in real life? Of course, you create a video about the father of Epidemiology! Featuring Nerdy Girls Dr. Gabriella (@gabriellaexplains), Dr. Jenn Dowd, Dr. Irini Hadjisavva, Sandy Laping, and MK Haber. Video created by Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella @GabriellaExplains. Video edited by Nerdy Read more…
What’s the deal with heavy metal poisoning?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Heavy metals, like lead, can build up in the body and cause poisoning or toxicity. For most people, this is unlikely to happen from everyday exposures. Your clinician can tell you if testing is a good idea. Heavy metal toxicity can be very dangerous, but it is the amount of heavy metals that you’re in Read more…
Is the Glucola test necessary?
Reproductive Health Videos
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
What do you do when you get a bunch of Nerds together in real life? Of course, you create a video about the father of Epidemiology! Featuring Nerdy Girls Dr. Gabriella (@gabriellaexplains), Dr. Jenn Dowd, Dr. Irini Hadjisavva, Sandy Laping, and MK Haber. Video created by Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella @GabriellaExplains. Video edited by Nerdy Read more…
What’s the deal with heavy metal poisoning?
General Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Heavy metals, like lead, can build up in the body and cause poisoning or toxicity. For most people, this is unlikely to happen from everyday exposures. Your clinician can tell you if testing is a good idea. Heavy metal toxicity can be very dangerous, but it is the amount of heavy metals that you’re in Read more…
Is the Glucola test necessary?
Reproductive Health Videos
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Heavy metals, like lead, can build up in the body and cause poisoning or toxicity. For most people, this is unlikely to happen from everyday exposures. Your clinician can tell you if testing is a good idea. Heavy metal toxicity can be very dangerous, but it is the amount of heavy metals that you’re in Read more…
Is the Glucola test necessary?
Reproductive Health VideosRebecca Raskin-Wish
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
The Glucola test is given to pregnant people to test for gestational diabetes and is both necessary and safe. Untreated gestational diabetes can have serious health consequences for both the pregnant person and the baby. What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes occurs when a person has elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, Read more…
What is Transgender Day of Remembrance?
Social and Racial Justice VideosMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day we hold in our hearts trans people who have died due to acts of violence and those who have died from suicide. We also are holding their loved ones as they remember and grieve. If you or a loved one is in crisis, here is the Read more…
What resources are available to help feed me and my family?
Social and Racial Justice Videos
If you’re struggling to find food, you are not alone. The team at Those Nerdy Girls cares and wants to make sure you know how to get help, and if you have extra we want to make sure you know how to help others. Here are some resources that may help you. 🥫 The Emergency Read more…
What does “exposure” mean while pregnant & should I worry?
Reproductive Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
TL;DR: We (clinicians and researchers) generally worry the most about long-term, high dose exposure to things during pregnancy. Using acetaminophen at recommended doses for short periods of time during pregnancy is extremely unlikely to cause significant long-term harm. 👀 In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright and MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC help us understand what Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy?
Reproductive Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Are there longterm studies on using acetaminophen or Tylenol during pregnancy? It’s very understandable to have questions about using acetaminophen during pregnancy. There’s a lot of information and noise out there that’s hard to sort through. Don’t hesitate to ask your clinician if you have concerns. 🧡 Watch as OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks it Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy?
Families/Kids Reproductive Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
What are the limitations of current studies on using Tylenol or acetaminophen during pregnancy? Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright breaks down the limitations of current studies on using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol) during pregnancy. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow Read more…
What is commitment bias?
Data Literacy VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Commitment bias is when we stick to what we did or said in the past, even when we were clearly wrong, and the outcome didn’t turn out well. Nerdy Girl Dr. Gabriella Kountourides (@GabriellaExplains) talks about why we do it and how it limits our personal growth and ability to learn from mistakes — but Read more…
What should pregnant patients do when they have fever or pain?
Clinical Symptoms Uncertainty and Misinformation VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Here’s what Nerdy Girl and OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Cartwright wants you to know about pain and fever during pregnancy, including using acetaminophen (Tylenol or Paracetamol). Stay tuned for more from this series coming soon! 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you stay on the frontline of science and health information. ✨ Follow us on Read more…
Q and A on shingles – part 2
Infectious Diseases Vaccines VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Part 2 of “Answers to Some of Your Nerdy Questions on the Shingles Vaccine.” Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults Read more…
Q and A on shingles
Infectious Diseases Vaccines VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Shingles is an extremely painful disease caused by the reawakening of the Varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Fortunately, there is a shingles vaccine that significantly reduces your chance of getting shingles. The vaccine is recommended for all adults over 50. This includes people who had chickenpox, the chickenpox vaccine, an older Zostavax Read more…
Why do we give newborn babies the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines VideosThose Nerdy Girls
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
🙋♀️🙋♂️Parents often wonder why we recommend giving the hepatitis B vaccine to brand-new babies before they even go home from the hospital. They may think, “Isn’t hepatitis B a sexually transmitted infection? Why would my baby need that?” Great question! 💡 The hepatitis B vaccine is an important tool to protect infants and children from Read more…
Is there an Autism Epidemic?
General Health VideosThose Nerdy Girls
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health Videos
MacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades.A rise in cases signals an epidemic; however, more diagnoses without more cases? That’s not an epidemic. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from Those Nerdy Girls explain what’s behind the increase. Information sourced from Episode 894 of Public Health On Call in conjunction with the Read more…
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
Infection and Spread Reproductive Health VideosMacKenzie (Kenzie) Isaac, MA
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health Videos
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Q: What does sepsis awareness have to do with reproductive health? A: Tons, actually! From natural processes such as menstruation to medical procedures such as abortions, the goings-on of our reproductive systems – particularly in those of us assigned female at birth – may make us more susceptible to infections. And when reproductive healthcare systems Read more…
I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?
Mental Health VideosAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases Videos
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
😢 Yes, you can be depressed in the summer. Some people actually feel depressed every summer, and they may have summer seasonal affective disorder (SAD). 🧐 Watch the slides to learn more about summer SAD, what it is, why it happens, and things you can do that can help you cope and feel better. Read more…
What is rabies and how can I protect myself?
Infectious Diseases VideosCynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
Rabies is a rare but deadly infectious disease. The good news is that you can protect yourself. Watch this video from Nerdy Girl Dr. Cindy Leifer for all the details. This is a collaborative video between @thosenerdygirls & @immunominutes You can also read Cindy’s full post here. 🤓 Those Nerdy Girls want to help you Read more…
