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coffee cup with coffee stains on table
December 3, 2014

Coffee-ring diagnostic offers hope in poorest regions

Using the same mechanism that causes evaporating coffee to leave a ring behind, an interdisciplinary team of Vanderbilt researchers is designing a simple blood test to diagnose malaria in the developing world without electricity or special training.

By VUMC News and Communications
two nuclear plant silos
November 13, 2014

Vanderbilt team examines human factors in nuclear power plant operations

A multidisciplinary Vanderbilt team with deep experience in improving patient safety and technology usability has received a three-year, $800,000 Department of Energy grant to help nuclear power plant operators better perform their jobs.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 5, 2014

Off Limits: Doctors are working to research and treat the increasing number of Americans with severe food allergies

By Nancy Humphrey
September 24, 2014

Alexander’s visit highlights efforts to confront Ebola

Don’t panic over Ebola. But don’t ignore it, either. That was the take-home message for U.S. citizens from a “mini-hearing” held by U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., at Vanderbilt University Medical Center on Wednesday with researchers and health officials from Vanderbilt and the State of Tennessee.

By Bill Snyder
September 4, 2014

Outpatient pharmacy debuts online refills

The Vanderbilt Outpatient Pharmacy has launched a website to allow current customers to request refills online.

By VUMC News and Communications
Dr. Charles H. Griffith III
August 29, 2014

Alumnus elected to National Medical Honor Society Board of Directors

By VUMC News and Communications
July 29, 2014

Children’s Hospital offers back-to-school safety tips

As another summer draws to a close, the change in routine can create dangers on neighborhood streets for children and drivers.
By VUMC News and Communications
July 17, 2014

Hospital plaza will undergo major restoration

After little change since its construction in 1977, one of Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s most familiar landmarks, the plaza behind Vanderbilt University Hospital, is getting a major face lift and repair.
By John Howser
July 15, 2014

VUMC tops ‘U.S. News’ rankings in Tennessee

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has once again been named among the nation’s elite providers of specialty care by "U.S. News and World Report" magazine.
By Doug Campbell
July 7, 2014

Bringing Cancer to Light: Radiology’s invisible energies play lead role in cancer care

By Leigh MacMillan
July 2, 2014

Vanderbilt experts offer tips for safe grilling

As the long July Fourth holiday weekend approaches, many outdoor cooking enthusiasts will pull their grills from winter hibernation. Some will be sorry they did.
By John Howser
June 30, 2014

Vanderbilt doctors urge caution with Fourth of July fireworks

Nothing says Fourth of July like fireworks, but doctors at Vanderbilt University Medical Center urge caution with consumer fireworks and suggest leaving these displays to the experts.
By VUMC News and Communications
June 17, 2014

Children face heat stroke danger as outside temperatures rise

With temperatures rising in Middle Tennessee, safety experts at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt stress the danger of leaving children unattended in vehicles.
By VUMC News and Communications
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