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December 8, 2017

My Southern Health: Winter coats are dangerous in car seats

Bulky coats give the false impression your child is snugly strapped in the car seat.

By VUMC News and Communications
December 8, 2017

Save the date for 2018 MLK lecture for medicine, nursing

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and School of Nursing, in conjunction with the 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Series, will present Debra J. Barksdale of Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Nursing on Jan. 15.

By VUMC News and Communications
December 7, 2017

Medical Center Drive closed Dec. 9-10

Beginning at 6 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, until 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, portions of Medical Center Drive will be closed for construction crane disassembly. Staff will be present to redirect traffic.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 10, 2017

My Southern Health: Four myths and facts about weight-loss surgery

Weight-loss surgery is very effective helping some people lose 50 to 75 percent of excess body weight, producing great control of health conditions and improving quality of life. There are several myths associated with surgery; here they are with the facts.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 10, 2017

My Southern Health: Staying healthy during the holidays

The holidays are fast approaching, which means lots of folks are planning trips to visit family. How do we stay healthy when we have so many family and friends together with so much potential to spread germs?

By VUMC News and Communications
November 6, 2017

My Southern Health: Learn about the signs of food allergies

Food allergies continue to be an important topic as more are diagnosed. They can develop for anyone, at any point, at any age.

By VUMC News and Communications
November 3, 2017

Lung cancer survivors and caregivers invited to VUMC event Nov. 16

Lung cancer survivors and their caregivers are invited to attend a free educational evening at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Thursday, Nov. 16, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the University Club, 2402 Garland Ave.
By VUMC News and Communications
October 20, 2017

My Southern Health: Tackling sinus issues

To just be pockets of air, sinuses certainly can cause serious discomfort. Here, Bobo Tanner, co-founder of the Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus, Allergy Program, answers questions about what causes sinus issues and how these conditions are treated.
By VUMC News and Communications
October 20, 2017

My Southern Health: How to assess your breast cancer risk

Do you know what it means to be at “high” or “elevated” risk for developing breast cancer? Do you know if you are at high risk?
By VUMC News and Communications
October 9, 2017

My Southern Health: Sleep apnea – what you need to know

Feeling tired during the day? Excessively tired, even after a night’s sleep? That and loud snoring at night could be signs of a bigger problem, said Beth Malow, director of the Vanderbilt Sleep Center.
By VUMC News and Communications
September 22, 2017

My Southern Health: One woman’s story of reversing prediabetes

One of our favorite prediabetes success stories includes lifestyle overhaul and the help of a program focused on manageable change: Health Plus at Vanderbilt.
By VUMC News and Communications
September 15, 2017

Meharry–Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core announces new round of mini-grants

The Meharry–Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core announces new round of mini-grants. The deadline is Oct. 20, 2017.
By VUMC News and Communications
September 14, 2017

Vanderbilt to host symposium on bone marrow disorders

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) clinicians will host an educational symposium on bone marrow disorders, including bone marrow failure, acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), on Friday, Oct. 13, from 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Omni Nashville Hotel, 250 5th Ave. South.
By VUMC News and Communications
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