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young boy and stuffed animal
December 12, 2019

When should you take your child to the emergency room for cold or flu symptoms?

The majority of emergency room visits can be averted with a call or visit to a pediatrician

By Jessica Pasley
December 4, 2019

Pets of VUMC 2019 — Collection #8: Tidings of comfort and joy, dogs edition

God rest ye merry, canines

December 4, 2019

Pets of VUMC 2019 — Collection #7: Tidings of comfort and joy, cats edition

God rest ye merry, felines

December 3, 2019

Improving the patient experience through clear communication is Lane Stiles’ ‘North Star’

By Kelsey Herbers
November 27, 2019

In 1994, Harold “Scottie” Scott’s HIV-positive status was covered on the local news. He has been an educator ever since.

Now, 25 years after his announcement, Scott’s mission remains the same: to educate others on the history of HIV, dispel myths and break down stigma.

By Kelsey Herbers
November 21, 2019

Toys are fun! Some can also be dangerous. How to give safe and age-appropriate toys for the children in your life.

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt urges caution in toy selection this holiday season

By Jessica Pasley
November 20, 2019

Nicholas Blackmon creates casts to help children heal. He just received a Credo Award for his dedication, positivity and work ethic.

“Nick always says, ‘it will be OK,’ and ‘we got this.’"
By Nancy Humphrey
November 18, 2019

VUMC Clothes Closet in need of men’s clothes, coats, shoes

Volunteer endeavor provides patients with a warm coat or clothes to wear home from the hospital
By Wayne Wood
November 18, 2019

Madalyn Durbin’s dad just had a double lung transplant; surely there was no way he could make it to her wedding.

Never underestimate a father’s determination to be there for his daughter. As Madalyn started down the aisle, Terry stepped out and took her hand.
By Matt Batcheldor
November 11, 2019

Pets of VUMC 2019 — Collection #6: Here’s looking at you, part 2

Just one look. That's all it took.
November 6, 2019

Nashville to Denver flight. A sick passenger. The crew put out a call: “Are there any medical professionals on board?” A Vanderbilt nurse raised her hand.

Noel Olson is a Vanderbilt Emergency Department nurse and an Air National Guard medic, so stabilizing patients is kind of what she does
By Matt Batcheldor
November 6, 2019

Third quarter DAISY Awards honor four extraordinary nurses

DAISY Awards are given to great nurses all over the United States and in many other countries. This is Vanderbilt's latest group.
By Matt Batcheldor
October 28, 2019

2019 VUMC Voice 7-to-12-year-olds’ Halloween art contest winners announced

These pictures belong in a museum where people can come and see 'em. They really are a screa-um.
By Wayne Wood