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…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy Notes
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? We say breasts are dense if they have more fibrous and connective tissue. Less dense breasts have more fat and less fibrous tissue. Tissue is typically graded from A through D in terms of density. A is almost entirely fat, while D 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…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked 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…
How to talk to your loved ones about end of life wishes
General Health Nerdy NotesRebecca Raskin-Wish
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive Health
Katherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? We say breasts are dense if they have more fibrous and connective tissue. Less dense breasts have more fat and less fibrous tissue. Tissue is typically graded from A through D in terms of density. A is almost entirely fat, while D 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…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
It’s important to have discussions about what you want the end of your time on earth to look like and have a healthcare proxy and an advance directive in place. When my sister and I were teenagers, my mom sat us down, and in a potentially more dramatic fashion than the moment called for, she Read more…
What are Dense Breasts?
Reproductive HealthKatherine Cartwright, DO, MPH
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? We say breasts are dense if they have more fibrous and connective tissue. Less dense breasts have more fat and less fibrous tissue. Tissue is typically graded from A through D in terms of density. A is almost entirely fat, while D 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…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more here. What are Dense Breasts? We say breasts are dense if they have more fibrous and connective tissue. Less dense breasts have more fat and less fibrous tissue. Tissue is typically graded from A through D in terms of density. A is almost entirely fat, while D 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…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General Health
Ashley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked 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…
Do you know the signs of stroke?
Clinical Symptoms General HealthAshley Sever, MPH
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Uncategorized
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. [archived link], but many people don’t know the common warning signs. As World Stroke Day approaches, learn the signs of stroke and know when to act F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time). A stroke [archived link] happens when blood supply to the brain is blocked Read more…
Wait, there’s a nasal spray that prevents COVID-19 infection? Yes, please! ..or is it too good to be true?
COVID Variants Infectious Diseases Treatments
A recent study showed some promising results that azelastine nasal spray may prevent COVID-19 infection. More research is needed to know if this is true. ❓ What is azelastine? Azelastine (Ah-zeah-las-teen) is an allergy medication that works by blocking histamine, the substance your body releases when you have an allergic reaction. Histamine causes allergic symptoms Read more…
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day
UncategorizedMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEM
Those Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
In honor of this day, Those Nerdy Girls would like to share inspiration and public health wisdom held by many Indigenous groups. They: 1. Recognize how their actions will impact the next 7 generations. You can apply this by considering the actions you take and whether they help protect ecosystems and public health so that Read more…
October 11, 2025, is the 13th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl
Social and Racial Justice Women in STEMThose Nerdy Girls
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
This celebration was started by the United Nations to “recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world.” The International Day of the Girl: ✊ Focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face ✊ Promotes girls’ empowerment ✊ Works to protect and fulfill their human rights This year’s theme Read more…
What’s your guidance about calcium supplements?
General HealthDaphne Berryhill, RPh
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data Literacy
Camille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
Calcium from foods is best, but supplements can help fill nutrition gaps when needed. Just be sure that your total calcium intake from food and supplements doesn’t exceed your recommended daily amount, and check with your clinician or pharmacist first. We’ve been hearing for years that we need to get enough calcium from food or Read more…
Don’t get fooled by apples and oranges.
Data and Metrics Data LiteracyCamille Seaberry, MPS
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
When you see headlines about changes in something scary like crime or disease, make sure it’s an apples-to-apples comparison. Otherwise, you might get fooled by faulty statistics. Let’s say you’re new to birdwatching. You want to know whether birds of a certain color—gray, for example—are most common near your house. You grab your notebook and Read more…
Do we all have worms?
General HealthRebecca Raskin-Wish
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics Treatments
Cynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
Worms have been all over celebrity news lately and there are a lot of TikTok creators who are selling worm “cleanses.” There has also been a recent human infection of screwworms (which are actually parasitic fly larva) in the United States. So should you be worried about getting worms? Worm infections are a huge problem Read more…
There has been a lot about Tylenol in the news lately. Can you explain what the different pain and fever reducers are?
General Health Hot Health Topics TreatmentsCynthia (Cindy) Leifer, PhD
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
There are multiple over-the-counter fever and pain-reducing medications, but they are not all equal and some can be dangerous for certain people. It is important to know the differences so you can keep you and your family safe. Trying to choose a fever-reducing medication can be confusing. There are so many different drug names and 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General Health
Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked 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…
Should we be afraid of toxic mold?
General HealthSara Gorman, PhD, MPH
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
Recently there have been some claims about a “toxic mold” epidemic on social media. While indoor mold is never a good thing, this claim probably doesn’t hold much weight. What is mold in the environment? Mold is a naturally occurring living organism [archived link] that can be found anywhere there is oxygen and moisture. Molds Read more…
Why kids get sick in fall so much (and what you can do about it) – UPDATE
Families/Kids Infectious DiseasesAshley Sever, MPH
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
Uncategorized
Those Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
We are so grateful to our readers for your engagement, thoughtfulness, and care for your community both in your day to day lives and your community here online. We have heard from many of you 4-5 main concerns regarding this post: masking, ventilation, the seasonality of COVID, the frequency of childhood illnesses and the subsequent Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service.
UncategorizedThose Nerdy Girls
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious Diseases
Ashley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
“Is that the Navy?” An introduction to the United States Public Health Service. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) is one of the federal uniformed services of the U.S. made up of highly skilled public health professionals. Think of them as America’s Health Responders. Officers in the USPHS work on the frontlines of public Read more…
Why Kids Get Sick So Much in Fall (And What You Can Do About It)
Families/Kids Infectious DiseasesAshley Sever, MPH
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
Frequent illnesses in kids are usually normal this time of year, and parents and caregivers can take small science-backed steps to help. Fall is here—the season of crunchy leaves, cozy meals, and…endless sniffles. If your child seems to catch every bug floating around this time of year, you’re not alone. And you’re not doing anything 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental Health
MK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked 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…
What can I do to help prevent suicide?
Mental HealthMK Haber, FNP-C, IBCLC
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health Policy
Heather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
TL; DR: There are steps that all of us can take to raise awareness around suicide, to help someone who is struggling, and to intervene when there is a risk of suicide. Read on to learn more about the different levels of prevention. Content Warning: This post discusses the prevention of death from suicide. If Read more…
I’ve been hearing a lot about organ donation — should I worry, and how can I make my wishes known?
General Health Health PolicyHeather Duncan, MPH, PhD
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
Organ donation is a complicated medical and legal topic, and some are calling for more transparency and regulation. Learning about the process can help you know how to communicate your wishes ahead of time. We don’t typically think of organ donation as a controversial topic. When I applied for my first driver’s license I checked Read more…
