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Advice to prevent ATV accidents

ATV riders: Strap on a helmet like you wear a seat belt in a car

ATV accidents jump as weather gets warm, and children are more prone to injuries. Here’s why.

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5 healthy holiday choices for families

These weeks can make it harder to keep a healthy lifestyle. These five tips can help families make healthy holiday choices.

Keep your ghouls and goblins safe: Halloween safety tips

Along with having fun, don't forget these safety reminders for the big night.

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July 4th: Eye experts warn of dangers of fireworks, sparklers

Bottle rockets, firecrackers and sparklers cause common injuries among July 4th fireworks.

How social media affects kids’ mental health

Helping kids and teens navigate their digital lives safely is more important than ever.

The real signs of autism in adults

The real signs of autism in adults

Misinformation on TikTok could lead thousands of young adults to believe they have autism spectrum disorder when they really don’t. Here’s what to know about autism symptoms in adults.

Teaching teen to drive

5 tips for teaching teens to drive without losing your sanity

Keeping calm and starting slow are important. So are seat belts.

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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Screening for suicidal thoughts in young teens with autism

Health care providers should offer a second tool to screen these teens for suicide risk.

Grade-school-aged girl asleep holding a blanket and wearing a pink sleep mask.

5 ways to help your child get their best sleep

There's so much that can interfere with a child's sleep. Here's how to help.

Recognizing the warning signs for teen suicide

Early identification of those at risk opens the door for life-saving intervention.

What to know about teen anxiety

How to talk to your child about what's making them anxious.

Facts about teenage drunk driving

And how to talk to your teen to prevent it from happening.

A young mother and her school-aged son walk along a shady sidewalk having a conversation.

Talking with your child about their mental health

A pediatrician suggests ways to get parents and children communicating about mental health.

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