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Vélez-Torres - Lorraine N. Vélez-Torres Lorraine is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Microbiology, School of Medicine of the Medical Sciences Campus of the University of Puerto Rico. Lorraine is currently working on investigations to identify contaminants inside homes affected by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. She also does research on projects to identify immunological biomarkers that help characterize exposure to environmental contaminants. In addition, Lorraine is Co-founder and current Vice-President of the Puerto Rico chapter of Graduate Women in Science. You can find more information about Lorraine on her LinkedIn page. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/59hns410imfpna6av3bifnk0mqz5nl monthly 0.5 2022-10-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/1d601cfb-274c-49bc-92e6-07ed8392d993/2d9ae070-153e-40f1-9570-f22063142259.jpeg Blogs - Mentees @ SACNAS 2022: Xaymara Hernández-González About Xaymara: Xaymara is a third-year graduate student at the University Of Puerto Rico-Medical and Science Campus. She is completing an M.S. in Microbiology and Medical Zoology. Currently, she is working on her thesis project at the Mycology Laboratory of Dr. Benjamin Bolanos. Her thesis investigates the role of aeroallergens, such as pollen and fungal spores, in the susceptibility to acquired Covid-19. Click here to learn more about Xaymara Hernández-González. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/covid-19-quaran-times monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/6c6b1ef2-c437-4826-9ef8-4ff9a7c78b6b/covid19-1.png Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Make it stand out Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Cases by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University; continuing real-time case updates (retrieved on 26 March 2020). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/9cbbf643-a2a9-4e18-842e-c5a65f266adf/covid19-2.png Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Make it stand out COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus (see image on the left), which is transmitted person-to-person or after contact with contaminated surfaces; nevertheless, a recent study highlighted its aerosol viability (i.e. up to three hours). It ranges from being asymptomatic to complications as intense as organ failure leading to death. If this virus spreads from human contact, who wouldn’t want to be quarantined? Well, for those of you doubting these isolation tactics, here are some facts from the World Health Organization: Wash Your Hands. If you were not already practicing this, you may have bigger problems at stake. Washing hands with soap and water kills any bacteria or virus that you may have picked up. Most viruses, including the SARS-CoV-2, contain a protective, yet weak, viral envelope that is made of fat, and aids in the spreading of the virus: this holds true to viruses that can cause respiratory diseases and spread perso-to-person or following contact with contaminated surfaces. Inside this fatty envelope are its protein and genetic code. Viruses cannot survive alone and need a host. Due to the acidity of the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin, the virus cannot puncture it; instead, it sticks to the surface. Soap’s chemical structure is attracted to the coronavirus’s fatty envelope, causing it to detach from the skin and break off into small viral pieces. The soap molecules continue to trap these small viral pieces, making it easier for water to come in and wash it away. Hand sanitizer is handy (comprised of at least 60% alcohol), but nothing beats a good ole’ hand wash. Social Distancing. How does it feel when someone is coughing and sneezing in your personal space? Not too hot. Now imagine someone doing that during this pandemic. Constantly staying at least 6 feet apart may seem lonely, but trust the professionals. When an individual sneezes or coughs, miniscule respiratory droplets from the nose or mouth become airborne. If you are not practicing safe social distancing, you can breathe in these virus-containing droplets. Social distancing and being quarantined is not just to protect yourself; it is to help manage and control the spread that could more severely harm older populations and individuals with underlying medical concerns. When you are going stir-crazy, confined within the four walls of your living quarters, think of all the grandparents with immune systems not as strong as yours. History Repeats Itself. The National Academy of Medicine recently hosted a conference-Responding to COVID-19: A Science-Based Approach, terming quarantine a Non-pharmaceutical Intervention beneficial for the containment and mitigation of COVID-19. According to research on the influenza pandemics, experts are able to predict the impact of quarantine on the transmission of the virus. Not only does it reduce the risk of an outbreak to the public health, but it buys time for sciensits and healthcare professionals to develop a treatment or vaccine. In the meantime, keep calm and hold tight (APHP). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/c9b596ca-7fcc-4c9a-9d11-49a8bf76acff/covid19-3.png Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - But people are complying Barren streets and empty skyscrapers show the overwhelming obedience in favor of self-isolation. Quaran-times has become an electronic playground for many, streaming movie after movie (and TV series) while endlessly browsing the internet. Hell, even work life is home-based. Life in cyberspace is being spoiled with the stench of monotony, and for the time being, the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel is still small and far. When it comes to quarantine, how long is too long? Perhaps in the eyes of the general public, the caveats to social distancing will negate its seemingly short-term pros. Nonetheless, before levying the promotion of self-isolation, policymakers must consider a secondary outbreak (APHP). But, more importantly, beyond the decisions of suits and ties behind their table-top fortresses, it comes down to the people acting on informed decisions to mitigate the worst of the damage. It might be too late to hit the e-break on 2020’s vengeance, but steering the car through less turbulent roads ahead may make all the difference. Timing is everything – at a time like this, it’s important to remain proactive and stay safe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/1d830edb-369f-4230-8c09-84404c0e6f92/DonnaOh.jpg Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Co-Author: Donna Oh. About the author: Donna is a former Research Assistant (and Co-leader of the RIPLRT (from 2019 to 2020), and mentee of the RIPLRT: she aspires to become a physician. Click here to here to learn more about Donna. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/eb648b8c-e5df-4a37-85b7-2a85c1fc4e99/KylieDaguio.png Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Co-author: Kylie Daguio About the author: Kylie is a former Research Assistant, and mentee of the RIPLRT. Kylie is currently in med school. Click here to here to learn more about Kylie. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/e3081992-9a29-4def-9176-152b2b2f2ae8/NicoleBenavides.jpg Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Author: Nicole Benavides About the author: Nicole is a former Research Assistant (and Co-leader of the RIPLRT (from 2019 to 2020), and mentee of the RIPLRT: she aspires to become a pharmacist. Click here to here to learn more about Nicole. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/d74190b0-a0c8-426b-8168-cfab2286ec1d/AdriaGuajardo.JPG Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Author: Adria Guajardo-Allen About the author: Adria is a former Research Assistant (and a loyal Dallas Cowboys fan), and mentee of the RIPLRT: she aspires to become a physician. Click here to here to learn more about Adria. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/6d4c4974-83d2-4237-83ce-1146940301e1/ShanaZadron.png Blogs - COVID-19...Quaran-Times! - Author: Shana Zadron About the author: Shana is a former Research Assistant and mentee of the RIPLRT: she aspires to become a physician. Click here to here to learn more about Shana. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/indoor-mold-101 monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/36d3fae2-743c-48b2-b2d6-7b73cf597fbc/Lorraine.jpeg Blogs - Indoor Mold 101 - Author: Lorraine N. Vélez-Torres About the author -- Lorraine Vélez-Torres is a third-year Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Microbiology and Medical Zoology at the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus. She earned her master’s degree in Public Health with concentration in Epidemiology in 2015, identifying the risk factors affecting the quality of life of residents in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. In 2014 she received a double major in Industrial Microbiology and Biology at the University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus. She’s currently working on her research thesis at the Mycology Laboratory of Dr. Bolaños, studying the effect of Hurricane María on the indoor concentration of fungi and the health outcomes of the habitants. Because Dr. Rivera-Mariani is a member of the thesis committee of Lorraine, she was invited for and completed a one-week training with the RIPLRT to learn the different human-based immunological approaches we implement in environmental health studies. 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Josh is currently in med school. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/running-and-the-immune-system monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/657ce5d2-9961-4d6f-a522-d5d79f703532/running.png Blogs - Running and the Immune System - Make it stand out Source: https://www.dietspotlight.com/benefits-of-running/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/98131c7e-8171-4cfd-b5ad-04c43931a64a/running1.png Blogs - Running and the Immune System - Make it stand out Source: https://www.active.com/running/articles/how-to-run-a-sub-two-hour-half-marathon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/cac41b2b-542a-411c-b52c-fc00f682a6fd/Ariel.jpg Blogs - Running and the Immune System - Author: Ariel Stateman About the author -- Ariel Stateman is a former Research Assistant and mentee of the RIPLRT. 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Ruslan is currently in dental school. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/asthma-and-our-diet monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/e6544aa4-5c0d-42e2-8370-024b47a85880/sb_blog_011219_1.png Blogs - Asthma and Our Diet - Make it stand out Source: https://www.howtorelief.com/antioxidant-foods-vitamins/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/83669951-4a8e-4265-a243-156dd25777b6/sh_blog_011219_2.jpeg Blogs - Asthma and Our Diet - Make it stand out Source: https://www.howtorelief.com/antioxidant-foods-vitamins/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/3baf53d3-f7c0-4a00-b124-507644805856/sh_blog_011219_3.jpeg Blogs - Asthma and Our Diet - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/c124c012-3d4f-472c-9c92-2a6d5d8cb05a/Shandra.jpeg Blogs - Asthma and Our Diet - Author: Shandra Bellinger About the author: Shandra Bellinger is a former Research Assistant and mentee of the RIPLRT. Shandra is current a third year med school student. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/another-grant-to-riplrt monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/winter-is-coming-allergies-too monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/d80f83e8-b309-4483-a0cd-5292b274372c/winter-allergies.jpeg Blogs - Winter is Coming -- Allergies Too! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/ceb653c2-f6da-4abe-988f-3555f28a7d50/Ariel.jpg Blogs - Winter is Coming -- Allergies Too! - Author: Ariel Stateman About the author: Ariel Stateman is former a Research Assistant and mentee of the RIPLRT. https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/vaccines-do-not-cause-autism monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62c76d9af8c96e42c32e8eae/d62f4836-5b16-4903-b2e2-81594d6eed5f/vaccines-blog1.png Blogs - Time for the Truth -- Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism - Make it stand out Figure 1. 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