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May 1, 2024

Health care that comes to your home

There are options for receiving care at home. For decades, the traditional way to get…

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Older adults and mental health: how depression and anxiety present and the benefits of holistic care

Depression and anxiety can present differently in older adults, especially when other physical conditions are in the mix.

What to know about children’s cleft lip and palate repair

Understanding these birth differences, their treatments, and their outcomes.

Holidays present good chance to spot aging parents’ health concerns

Talk to your parents about their health and keep the conversation going.

New parents: Here’s when to start tummy time

The practice of setting infants on their bellies has come under scrutiny on social media recently. Here’s what to know about the do’s and don’ts of tummy time.

Fall prevention interventions for seniors

Falling is not a normal part of aging yet injures so many seniors each year. Here's how to lessen the risk.

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Managing your mental health when your teen has a chronic illness

Caring for a teen with a chronic illness is stressful. Tips for mothers to nurture their own mental health.

Convenient Care Closer to Home

Vanderbilt Health is here to help if you or your loved one is feeling sick or has a minor injury. Dozens of locations throughout Middle Tennessee offer convenient hours — and can even bring a provider to you.

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How communities help children heal from traumatic events

When the unthinkable happens, everyone has a role in helping children recover. Here are tips for parents, teachers and health care providers.

Before you’re admitted, a hospitalist wants you to know these three things

Taking a few necessary precautions will set up your acute care team for success.

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Urinary tract infections in older adults

Older adults may have cognitive as well as physical symptoms of a UTI.

How children react to traumatic events (and how it might change over time)

When bad things happen, most kids bounce back. But some may have emotional or behavioral changes along the way. Here are 14 ways your child might react as a trauma response.

You’ve got options when it comes to asthma

Familiarizing yourself with current pediatric asthma guidelines can help you get the most up-to-date care.…

Aging and the importance of social interaction for seniors

Having an active social life is important for seniors' mental and physical health. Ideas for improving social connections.