Vanderbilt Health News Archive — Page 127 of 390
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April 16, 2020
LifeFlight Transport coordination center established at Patient Flow Center
Vanderbilt LifeFlight has established a new presence within Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Patient Flow Center (PFC) in Green Hills to help round out a multi-disciplinary group of staff that manage transfers into and out of Vanderbilt’s hospitals, clinics and out-patient facilities. -
April 14, 2020
VUMC seeks plasma donations from recovered COVID-19 patients
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is recruiting volunteers who have tested positive for COVID-19 and fully recovered to donate plasma to help those who are currently ill with the virus as part of a new research study. -
April 10, 2020
Dr. Jeff Balser on VUMC’s ongoing commitment to its people and the needs of our community
It’s been just over a month since the first reported case of COVID-19 in our region. And while there is a significant road ahead of us, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude for each and every one of you. -
April 9, 2020
Vanderbilt Health Policy COVID-19 model finds evidence of flattening curve, recommends distancing policies continue
Vanderbilt University Medical Center researchers have found evidence of the rate of COVID-19 infection slowing in Tennessee, which reduces the chance that the state will run out of hospital capacity for patients. -
April 7, 2020
Frequent hand-washing can cause dry, cracked skin. A dermatologist offers tips for care.
The cure for "COVID hands" lies in frequent moisturizing. Using shortening from the kitchen is optional. -
April 2, 2020
Dolly Parton makes generous gift to advance COVID-19 research at Vanderbilt
Legendary country music singer-songwriter Dolly Parton has made a generous gift to Vanderbilt University Medical Center that will increase scientific knowledge and advance the battle against COVID-19.