Pediatrics Archive — Page 8 of 29
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June 5, 2025
Many Tennessee parents still have concerns about community violence, school safety
The latest analysis is based on the results of the annual Vanderbilt Child Health Poll of approximately 1,000 Tennessee parents. -
June 4, 2025
Expert tips for staying safe in the heat
Following basic summer safety tips will help keep your family safe and healthy as temperatures rise. -
May 28, 2025
School staff and friends bring graduation joy to hospitalized fifth grader
To prepare for his graduation ceremony, Carter Williamson had his own goal. He wanted to walk across the stage to accept his diploma. -
May 28, 2025
Medical team uses nontraditional therapy to help give young patient a chance at making it to heart transplant
The team used an Impella, a catheter-based miniature ventricular assist device. It offered the best chance of getting rising eighth-grader Van Sung to transplant. -
May 22, 2025
Sister’s kidney donation to her brother is a dream come true
The siblings, both recovering from surgery, admitted they were best friends, a bond that has grown even deeper since the transplant. -
May 21, 2025
Picture Perfect Pair: Kangaroo-A-Thon 2025 (slideshow)
"Kangaroo Care" is more than just a practice — it's a powerful connection between parent and child that creates lasting benefits for both. -
May 20, 2025
Psychologists included as part of medical teams to support children’s mental health awareness
These psychologists work with the medical team and families to help support patients during their hospital visits and in coping with and treating their medical diagnosis.