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My breast cancer screening journey has finally ended …for now.

Our Future Depends on You!

What are the Horn and Halo Effects?

Standing Strong for Science: Supporting TNG for 2025

Are there more cases of whooping cough than normal?

Is there a connection between having COVID-19 and developing type 1 diabetes?

What I See Firsthand Every Day

What is the latest on Bird Flu?

What is overdiagnosis in cancer screening and why does it matter?

What types of hormone therapy can help with hot flashes and other menopause symptoms?

Am I getting too much fluoride if I regularly use toothpaste and mouth rinses with fluoride in them?

It’s not too late to get your flu, COVID, and RSV vaccines before the holidays!

Let’s talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder.

How many people die of the flu anyway?

How long do flu shots last?

How can I celebrate the holidays when I am grieving?

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Nerdy Tips for a Safer Holiday Season

Holiday Etiquette: Repro Health Edition

How much iron should I take?

What is Transgender Awareness Week?

Which iron supplement is best?

Why I Went Back to my Midwife for Menopause Advice

Why are we hearing so much about Mycoplasma Pneumoniae?

It’s Election Day in the US!

Are we really aging in bursts?

Additional COVID vaccines approved for everyone ages 65+

Why does global vaccine equity matter?

How does intimate partner violence impact pregnancy?

What are nicotine pouches, and what are their risks for teens?

The TNG Priority Question Box is open!

Should I check my hormones in perimenopause with an at-home test?

Who should get an RSV vaccine?

How can I talk to my child about the news?

What is the latest research regarding children under age 18 and Long Covid?

Sepsis and Reproductive Health

Should I take an iron supplement?

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Why do I need another COVID vaccine?

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How long after infection should I get my updated COVID shot?

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Why do cases of mosquito-borne illnesses seem to be going up? How can you protect yourself?

I was sent the bulletin from the Florida Health Department regarding 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines.

What’s new with bird flu?

What should I know before stocking up on hand sanitizer?

Is it a cold or COVID? 3 good reasons to test.

What can I do to help prevent suicide?

Can some medications make me more heat sensitive?

I’ve been feeling down even though it is bright and sunny out. Can I be depressed in the summer?

Updated COVID vaccines are approved and on the way!

Does my response to vaccines change as I get older?

Why did the World Health Organization declare mpox a public health emergency of international concern?

Can the power of positivity support my brain health?

Does metformin treat COVID-19 and help prevent long COVID?

Yes, there is a lot of COVID around right now.

Are you caught up? 8 health screenings for women and people assigned female at birth that can't wait

Should I get a blood test for PFAS (“forever chemicals”)?

Cannabis vaping and young people: What do we know?

How are vaccines developed, and how do we know they are safe?

Is it safe to use vaginal estrogen for local menopausal symptoms?

What’s going on with FDA approval of MDMA for PTSD, and what does it mean for psychedelics as psychiatric treatment in general?

What’s new with bird flu?

What is harm reduction?

Should I get a water filter to remove PFAS from my water? Which type is best?

What is immune imprinting, and should the public be worried about it?

Are chemical sunscreens really "toxic," as some social media influencers say?

Should I get a COVID booster now or wait until fall?

What are the nicotine vaping trends among young people?

Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?

Why are girls entering puberty earlier?

Cool as ICE: What You Mean to Us

Who is most exposed to PFAS (forever chemicals)?

Are there any updates on COVID-19 we should know about?

Are mineral sunscreens *really* better than chemical ones?

How can I keep kids safe around water?

Q: Does Paxlovid reduce the risk of long COVID?

Is vaping better for me than smoking cigarettes?

How common are side effects from the shingles vaccine?

Ivermectin - What’s the harm?

Is it safe to eat beef, given the avian flu outbreaks in cows?

What are the 3 most important sun-safe habits for your skin?

We should get ahead of vaccine hesitancy before new vaccines come out.

How do PFAS (forever chemicals) affect my health?

If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?

Avian flu update – May 3, 2024

What is prebunking?

Avian flu update - April 2024

What is a confounder (confounding variable), and why should I care?

It’s National Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet Day! How should I celebrate?

How stable are conspiracy theory beliefs?

COVID vaccination reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes after a COVID infection.

What are sensitivity and specificity, and why should I care?

How can I prepare to get the most out of my next medical appointment?

A 4th Nerdyversary reflection from Nerdy Girl Amanda…

Are GMO foods safe?

What did we learn during COVID?

What should I do if I get sick? The guidance keeps changing!

Should I be screened for osteoporosis?

What are “data voids” and how can we avoid falling into one?

It's our 4th Nerdyversary!

How do I know if I'm drinking enough water?

What is negativity bias?

I’m over 65. Do I really need another dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?

Call for 4th Nerdyversary Artwork Submissions

What is statistical significance and why should I care (or not!)?

Last chance to participate in TNG research!

Is measles making a comeback?

How can we help our kids (or our grown-ups) cope with needles?

The TNG Priority Question Box is now open!

Did we overcount COVID deaths?

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I lost my keys again! Do I have dementia?

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Are Alzheimer’s disease and dementia the same thing?

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February is American Heart Month: what screenings are available for cardiovascular disease?

I am hearing a lot about whooping cough.

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What is an ad hominem attack?

Is the shingles vaccine covered under my insurance plan?

When is it time to stop driving?

Are the updated COVID vaccines preventing severe disease?

What is the difference between an advanced directive and a living will?

New RSV shots would save many lives if they were adopted like flu shots

Are puberty blockers helpful or harmful to trans youth?

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I never had chickenpox as a child. Do I need the shingles vaccine?

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Is the new RSV vaccine covered by insurance?

A lot more Americans are dying of COVID than the flu. It’s not too late to get your updated vaccine.

Is COVID-19 surging?

Is women’s pain treated differently by clinicians?

Can I get shingles over and over again?

Evaluating Medical Literature: Patient Oriented Evidence vs. Disease Oriented Evidence

What are the side effects of the RSV vaccines for older adults?

How can I boost my child’s immunity to misinformation?

If I already got the 1-dose shingles vaccine, should I get the 2-dose shingles vaccine now?

I am struggling with my mental health, and what I am doing isn’t working. I am OK, but I am not OK. What can I do to feel better?