Study identifies medical conditions that could predict future Alzheimer’s disease

The findings could suggest ways to intervene before clinical symptoms of memory and cognitive impairment become apparent.

Novel vaccine protects against C. diff disease and recurrence

New study represents a major step forward for vaccine development for C. diff, the leading cause of health care- and antibiotic-associated infection.

New analytical approach identifies novel risk genes for colorectal cancer

The study advances understanding of risk for colon and rectal cancers and points to targets for developing new treatments.

Surging norovirus; gestational diabetes and lung function; new heart transplant record; plus other news stories with Vanderbilt Health sources

Department-level emergency subplan documents transitioning to REDCap

Sharing medical records with chatbots; health risks lurking in energy drinks; rethinking the word ‘cancer;’ plus other news stories with Vanderbilt Health sources