fitness

The study found that increasing number of steps taken each day can steps taken daily can reduce the risk of several common, chronic diseases. (istock image)
April 6, 2023

COVID-19’s lingering impact on health

A decline in cardiovascular fitness — measured by activity trackers in the All of Us research program — persisted among some groups even after COVID-related restrictions were relaxed, exacerbating health disparities.

By Bill Snyder
November 5, 2015

Midlife fitness helps reduce health costs after age 65: study

People with high fitness levels in midlife have significantly lower annual health care costs after age 65 than people with low fitness in midlife, after adjusting for cardiovascular risk factors, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC).

By Kathy Whitney
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September 19, 2013

Vanderbilt lands American Heart Association award

For the sixth consecutive year, Vanderbilt was recently recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) with its Platinum Level Fit-friendly Worksite Award.

By Wayne Wood
April 25, 2013

VUMC lauded for focus on health of employees

Vanderbilt University Medical Center continues to gain national recognition as a leading employer dedicated to the health of employees.

By VUMC News and Communications