My Southern Health

September 16, 2016

Know the facts about ovarian cancer

Listening to the body and being aware of individual risks are especially important when it comes to ovarian cancer. Vanderbilt–Ingram Cancer Center provides the facts.

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September 14, 2016

My Southern Health: Get help for controlling nasal allergy symptoms

Sneezing? Itchy, runny nose? Christine MacLean, a nurse practitioner at the Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus and Allergy Program, provides tips to control nasal allergy symptoms.

By VUMC News and Communications
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August 23, 2016

My Southern Health: Take control of health care with patient portals

Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s secure online patient portal, My Health at Vanderbilt, is now even more accessible to patients with the launch of a new mobile app.

By VUMC News and Communications
August 1, 2016

My Southern Health: Make sure to include these 5 things in your birth plan

Be ready to be flexible, but make sure your birth plan outlines your desires for the big day, says Bethany Sanders, instructor of clinical nursing.

By VUMC News and Communications
July 25, 2016

When a child is sick, siblings need care too

Serious health conditions affect the entire family, says Vanderbilt child life specialist Katie Beard. When a child is sick, here’s how to help brothers and sisters cope.

By VUMC News and Communications
July 7, 2016

My Southern Health: Flu shots will replace ineffective spray vaccines

Take note—shots may be the only recommended vaccine option next flu season.

By VUMC News and Communications
July 6, 2016

From My Southern Health: Hot cars in the summer – a mother’s story

A mother tells her story of the steps that can lead to accidentally leaving a baby in a car; and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt offers hot vehicle safety tips.
By VUMC News and Communications
June 8, 2016

My Southern Health: Tips for putting food safety first at farmers’ markets

When shopping at your local farmers' markets, keep food safety in mind.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 7, 2016

My Southern Health: Spring sees uptick in hand, foot and mouth disease

Some local day care centers are reporting incidents of hand, foot and mouth disease. Learn more about this viral illness, which blossoms in the spring causing fever, fussiness and ulcers.
By VUMC News and Communications
March 22, 2016

Use these tips to promote positive medical experiences among children

March is Child Life Month. In celebration, MySouthernHealth.com has featured a series of stories by Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt specialists, who share their expertise with parents in putting children at ease.
By VUMC News and Communications
March 3, 2016

Meeting highlights growth of VUMC’s social media efforts

Leaders of social media programs at 15 major hospitals and health systems gathered in Nashville last week as Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) hosted the “founders meeting” of a new national organization.
By VUMC News and Communications
February 11, 2016

Get heart-healthy recipes from MySouthernHealth.com

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and Tennessee is no exception. Learn eight steps you can take to pump up your heart health.
By VUMC News and Communications
February 10, 2016

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with suggestions from MySouthernHealth.com

Valentine’s Day is coming this weekend. If you’re still making plans for Sunday, see recommendations from MySouthernHealth.com for fun ideas on active dates out and for heart-healthy food ideas to make at home.
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