My Southern Health Archives
My Southern Health: Spring allergies may be worse in the South
Feb. 28, 2017—Hay fever can pose more of a challenge in Southern cities. Here’s why and what to do about it.
My Southern Health: The ABCDEs of caring for the heart during cancer treatment—and beyond
Feb. 28, 2017—People who have dealt with cancer may also need to take special care of their hearts. Here’s how.
My Southern Health: Tips to encourage healthier eating as a family
Feb. 22, 2017—Getting the entire family committed to healthier eating might seem overwhelming, but with a few small changes, you can make a big difference.
My Southern Health: Lower the risk of macular degeneration
Dec. 15, 2016—Macular degeneration is common in people older than 55, but lifestyle influences who gets i
My Southern Health: Great ready for bronchiolitis season
Oct. 21, 2016—Know how to help prevent bronchiolitis and how to treat this prevalent winter illness before it strikes.
My Southern Health: Facts you need to know about anxiety in children
Oct. 7, 2016—Anxiety in children can be hard to detect. Learn how to tell the difference between normal nervousness and true anxiety.
Know the facts about ovarian cancer
Sep. 16, 2016—Listening to the body and being aware of individual risks are especially important when it comes to ovarian cancer. Vanderbilt–Ingram Cancer Center provides the facts.
My Southern Health: Get help for controlling nasal allergy symptoms
Sep. 14, 2016—Sneezing? Itchy, runny nose? Christine MacLean, a nurse practitioner at the Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus and Allergy Program, provides tips to control nasal allergy symptoms.
My Southern Health: Take control of health care with patient portals
Aug. 23, 2016—Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s secure online patient portal, My Health at Vanderbilt, is now even more accessible to patients with the launch of a new mobile app.
My Southern Health: Make sure to include these 5 things in your birth plan
Aug. 1, 2016—Be ready to be flexible, but make sure your birth plan outlines your desires for the big day, says Bethany Sanders, instructor of clinical nursing.
When a child is sick, siblings need care too
Jul. 25, 2016—Serious health conditions affect the entire family, says Vanderbilt child life specialist Katie Beard. When a child is sick, here’s how to help brothers and sisters cope.
My Southern Health: Flu shots will replace ineffective spray vaccines
Jul. 7, 2016—Take note—shots may be the only recommended vaccine option next flu season.
