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Additional COVID vaccines approved for everyone ages 65+. Last week the US Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to recommend additional doses of the 2024-2025 COVID vaccine for certain groups. Read the full post by Nerdy Girl Jennifer Dowd here: https://lnkd.in/e7WFG6km Centers for Disease Control and Prevention #ThoseNerdyGirls #covid19 #covidvaccine #65andover

What’s the latest on Bird Flu? The risk to humans remains low. Although bird flu infections continue to be found on cattle and poultry farms and have infected some people working there, there are no signs that human-to-human transmission is happening yet. Public health scientists are keeping a close eye on the situation (up to date as of Oct 27, 9am EDT) Read the full update by Nerdy Girl Sandy Laping here: https://lnkd.in/eq8R6zYW Centers for Disease Control and Prevention USDA Washington State Department of Health STAT #ThoseNerdyGirls #birdflu #avianflu #H5N1 #infectiousdiseases

Why does global vaccine equity matter? Vaccine access is a global issue that saves lives and reduces the spread of pathogens worldwide. We can contribute by advocating for funding global vaccine initiatives and supporting organizations dedicated to addressing vaccine equity. Want to find out more? Read the full post by Nerdy Girl Elisabeth Marnik here: https://lnkd.in/eSW_Vahd UNICEF World Health Organization Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) #ThoseNerdyGirls #vaccines #globalvaccineequity

COVID Vaccine Q&A with Those Nerdy Girls Join Those Nerdy Girls for answers to your questions about COVID vaccines including Novavax, side effects, timing, and more. Hosted by: - Chana Davis, PhD @thosenerdygirls x @fueledbyscience - Andrea Harmony NP-C, PMHS @thosenerdygirls - Gayle Mendoza, MPH, BSN, RN @thosenerdygirls ICYMI, Video will be available on our website and social media channels after the live broadcast.

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COVID Vaccine Q&A with Those Nerdy Girls Join Those Nerdy Girls for answers to your questions about COVID vaccines including Novavax, side effects, timing, and more. Hosted by: - Chana Davis, PhD @thosenerdygirls x @fueledbyscience - Andrea Harmony NP-C, PMHS @thosenerdygirls - Gayle Mendoza, MPH, BSN, RN @thosenerdygirls ICYMI, Video will be available on our website and social media channels after the live broadcast.

If you’ve hung around for awhile or follow the communication I do as part of Those Nerdy Girls and my own account on Instagram (@sciencewhizliz) then the topic of panel won’t surprise you. We need more people addressing misinformation and accurately and effectively communicating science and health topics. I’m excited to participate in this panel discussion tomorrow night and talk about the lessons I’ve learned from the many parts of my life.

What are nicotine pouches, and what are their risks for teens? TL;DR: Nicotine pouches are small, flavored microfiber pouches that deliver nicotine through the mouth and gums. As with any nicotine product, they are highly addictive and come with potential risks for developing teen brains. Trusted adults can help. Want to find out more? Read the full post by Nerdy Girl Ashley Sever here: https://lnkd.in/eRgSJVnF Centers for Disease Control and Prevention American Lung Association The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Truth Initiative #ThoseNerdyGirls #nicotine #nicotinepouches

**We know you guys LOVE science, so we’re happy to share a great opportunity with US-based TNG readers** The City University of New York Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health (CUNY ISPH) is recruiting participants for an ongoing research study on respiratory infections. Project PROTECTS aims to build our understanding of the short- and long-term effects of COVID-19, RSV, and flu. Participation in the study will involve completing surveys about your health, as well as access to free at-home testing for COVID-19, RSV, and flu. Project PROTECTS is particularly looking for participants 50 or older or living with a chronic health condition, though anyone over 18 in the US or Puerto Rico may be eligible to join. To learn more, watch a short video about the study here: https://bit.ly/PProtects1 If you or someone you know is interested in participating, simply email recruitprotects@sph.cuny.edu and the study team will send you a personalized link to the study recruitment form. Please put “Interested in CUNY Project PROTECTS - LinkedIn” in the Subject line. CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy The City University of New York Denis Nash #publichealth #science #research #epidemiology

Should I check my hormones in perimenopause with an at-home test? TL;DR No. Routine “hormone testing” in perimenopause and menopause is not recommended. At-home urine and saliva tests are not helpful in determining “stage” of perimenopause or need for treatment. Want to find out more? Read the full post by Nerdy Girl Katherine Beditz Cartwright here: https://lnkd.in/ebGpkpsj #ThoseNerdyGirls #perimenopause