COVID-19

If needed, a new unit in Medical Center East is ready to accept COVID patients
April 10, 2020

VUMC adult hospital prepared for surge of COVID-19 admissions

As of April 9, Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital (VUAH) had admitted 79 patients with COVID-19, 55 of those admitted had subsequently been discharged, and three patient had died. Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital had admitted 10 patients with COVID-19, none had died, and one of those admitted had subsequently been discharged.

By Paul Govern
April 10, 2020

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital steps forward in COVID-19 community crisis response

On March 30, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital (VWCH) was part of a Unified Command Response to support relief efforts for a crisis in Gallatin, Tennessee — a region northwest of the hospital’s location in Lebanon.

By Kelsey Herbers
April 10, 2020

Dr. Jeff Balser on VUMC’s ongoing commitment to its people and the needs of our community

It’s been just over a month since the first reported case of COVID-19 in our region. And while there is a significant road ahead of us, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude for each and every one of you.

By VUMC News and Communications
April 9, 2020

My daughter had surgery at Children’s Hospital during the COVID-19 changes. Here’s what was different — and what was, thankfully, the same.

Temperature checks and social distancing were very different. The care and concern had not changed at all.

By Jessica Pasley
April 9, 2020

Vanderbilt Health Policy COVID-19 model finds evidence of flattening curve, recommends distancing policies continue

Vanderbilt University Medical Center researchers have found evidence of the rate of COVID-19 infection slowing in Tennessee, which reduces the chance that the state will run out of hospital capacity for patients.

By Jake Lowary
The modified room where ultraviolet (UV) light is used to sanitize used N95 respirators is capable of cleaning about 60 masks at a time.
April 9, 2020

VUMC groups unite to sanitize N95 masks with ultraviolet light

A group of physicians, nurses and representatives from multiple areas throughout VUMC came up with a process in less than a week to safely and effectively sanitize used N95 respirators.

By Nancy Humphrey
April 9, 2020

Surveillance key to monitoring exposed employees

Medical surveillance by the Occupational Health Clinic is essential to the COVID-19 response at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
By Paul Govern
April 8, 2020

Self-care crucial for providers during pandemic

High levels of stress and anxiety can be debilitating, especially for health care providers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. But there are ways they can protect themselves and their ability to provide the best and most compassionate care.
By Bill Snyder
April 8, 2020

VUMC explores strategy to protect Emergency Department providers during COVID-19 pandemic

Policy changes related to telemedicine that were quickly implemented during the novel coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) have created opportunities for technology-based clinical evaluation, which serves to protect patients and providers alike, while conserving personal protective equipment (PPE).
By Kathy Whitney
April 8, 2020

Vanderbilt University Medical Center and AstraZeneca join forces to identify potential COVID-19 treatments

Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the global biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca have joined forces to identify candidates for antibody-based treatments that could protect people exposed to the 2019 novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19.
By Bill Snyder
April 8, 2020

Study launched to test hydroxychloroquine as treatment for COVID-19

By Craig Boerner
April 7, 2020

Frequent hand-washing can cause dry, cracked skin. A dermatologist offers tips for care.

The cure for "COVID hands" lies in frequent moisturizing. Using shortening from the kitchen is optional.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 7, 2020

vumc2go: User guide, new features

By Holly Fletcher
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