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I keep hearing about New World Screwworm in the news. Can you tell me more about it?
A parasitic fly called the New World Screwworm has recently been found in US animals. Although the current risk to people in the US is very low, it’s…
Jul 17
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Sandy Laping, MSc
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Heather Duncan
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What’s going on with this outbreak of diarrhea in the US?
There is an outbreak of cyclosporiasis happening. It's a parasite that causes horrible diarrhea. Although we don’t know yet what the source is, there…
Jul 15
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Sandy Laping, MSc
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What is an asthma action plan?
An asthma action plan is a form that you fill out with a clinician that details asthma medications, triggers, symptoms, and plans for asthma flares.
Jul 14
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Rebecca Raskin-Wish
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A New (and Possibly Better) Flu Vaccine Coming Your Way
Moderna's mRNA flu shot outperformed the standard vaccine in trials and just got the blessing of the US FDA's vaccine advisory committee.
Published on Data for Health
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Jul 10
What do I need to know about daraxonrasib, the new treatment for pancreatic cancer?
A new drug called daraxonrasib nearly doubled survival time for patients enrolled in a phase-3 clinical trial.
Jul 7
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Heather Duncan
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Monthly Roundup: June 2026
Those Nerdy Girls is your trusted source for all things health.
Jul 3
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Those Nerdy Girls
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June 2026
Antidepressants are an important tool.
Another in our series Nerdy Notes: Science in Story & Verse
Jun 30
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Rebecca Raskin-Wish
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Can some medications make me more heat sensitive?
Yes, certain medications can make you more likely to experience heat-related illness. While we can’t control the weather, we can prepare and help more…
Jun 29
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Daphne Berryhill
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What are cold sores, and what causes them?
Cold sores are caused by a virus called herpes simplex type 1, one of the most common recurring viral infections in the world. Let's clear up some of…
Jun 26
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Ilana Gerjuoy
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What is a differential diagnosis?
Differential diagnosis helps clinicians figure out what questions to ask, makes sure they rule out “can’t miss” diagnoses, and helps them determine what…
Jun 23
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Rebecca Raskin-Wish
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Today is Juneteenth.
Why do Those Nerdy Girls post about Juneteenth every year, and where can I find more information?
Jun 19
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Ilana Gerjuoy
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Those Nerdy Girls
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There's a new sunscreen on the block: Here's what to know.
A new sunscreen was just approved in the U.S. But remember that sun safety habits over time matter more than having one more product on a shelf.
Jun 16
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Daphne Berryhill
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