COVID
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April 30, 2020
VUMC adopts new N95 sterilization method
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is switching to hydrogen peroxide vapor for sterilization of the white bulbous N95 facemask-respirators used by health care workers to protect against COVID-19. -
April 29, 2020
Here’s your “How to wear a mask” guide from an infectious disease specialist
A reminder for regular mask-wearers and a primer for masking novices -
April 29, 2020
Clarksville boy bounces back after COVID-19 infection
After a month of cough, off-and-on fever, not feeling well and isolation, Joseph “Jo Jo” Bostain is back to bouncing on his trampoline, reading Harry Potter books and planting flowers outside his Clarksville home. -
April 29, 2020
Vanderbilt investigators encouraged by early results of placebo-controlled remdesivir trial
A preliminary look at data from hospitalized adults diagnosed with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in a randomized, controlled clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the investigational antiviral remdesivir is showing promising results. -
April 28, 2020
The priceless notebook of Mr. Price
A vital ingredient for COVID testing was unavailable anywhere. Then Howard Price remembered a recipe in an old notebook. -
April 28, 2020
Patients report positive experiences with telehealth appointments
"I love video appointments! It’s the safest way right now." -
April 28, 2020
Expanding clinical services at VUMC in a manner consistent with the roadmap to reopen Nashville
Consistent with the city’s Roadmap to Reopen Nashville, VUMC will reinitiate elective clinical services in a phased manner that prioritizes safety for patients and employees on Friday, May 1.