Phone call changes the life of family whose daughter with cystic fibrosis needed both a liver and pancreas transplant.

The science fair exhibited research projects, including Lamb’s, that are funded by the NIH, with topics ranging from inflammation to congenital heart conditions, cancer clinical trials and personalized medicine.  

There are an estimated 166,000 patients with spina bifida in the US and over 50 percent of them are becoming adults. Spina bifida occurs among 1 in every 2,875 births in the US each year, according to the CDC. There are only 25 clinics in the nation solely dedicated to the care of adult patients with spina bifida.

The event, open to general practitioners, trainers, physical therapists, coaches, teachers and concerned families is Friday and Saturday at Bridgestone Arena.

The fitness challenge raised funds to support pediatric cancer research, training and care at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

The latest analysis is based on the results of the annual Vanderbilt Child Health Poll of approximately 1,000 Tennessee parents.

Following basic summer safety tips will help keep your family safe and healthy as temperatures rise.