Health, Yes Archive — Page 1 of 7

June 27, 2026

Parent of near-drowning victim urges others to take CPR classes

“We were able to begin CPR so quickly and get oxygen restored to his brain … we had a good outcome.”

June 22, 2026

That sparkler is hotter than your oven. Here’s how to stay safe this Fourth of July

Vanderbilt Health burn doctors offer Fourth of July safety advice — starting with sparklers.

May 21, 2026

Protect your skin: What to know about melanoma and Mohs surgery at Vanderbilt Health 

A vast majority of melanoma cases are linked to ultraviolet exposure from sunlight, making it largely preventable. Risk factors include fair skin, a history of sunburns (especially in childhood), numerous moles, and a family history of melanoma.

February 27, 2026

Stepping back is best for springing forward: Tips for dealing with the beginning of daylight saving time

Go to bed a little earlier than usual. Take a good look at the morning sun when you get up.

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October 27, 2025

Daylight saving time ends Nov. 2; how to adjust to ‘falling back’

Getting extra exposure to sunlight can help reset the biological clock and cope with the darker evenings. The best advice for resetting the internal clock is to get light exposure in the morning.

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July 7, 2025

Experts offer tips on dealing with ticks this summer

Four tick-borne illnesses are most common in Tennessee, including spotted fever rickettsiosis, ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.