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January 13, 2025

Living with cancer: A guide to staying strong

Your body undergoes much stress and trauma during cancer treatment. Here, a dietitian and physical therapist share tips to help you stay strong and feel your best.

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Questions to ask about lung cancer treatment

Discussing your cancer and treatment plan with your healthcare providers can be overwhelming. It helps to come prepared.

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Here's what to ask about breastfeeding and taking medications.

Pituitary tumor treatment: Know your options

It’s possible that your pituitary tumor will need require immediate treatment. Regardless, it’s important to know that you have options.

Tests you will need after a lung cancer diagnosis

Find out what to expect in terms of testing, the first step towards treating your cancer.

What is tech neck?

Learn about how to prevent this repetitive injury.

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Surgery showing promise in reversing Type 2 diabetes

Many individuals with type 2 diabetes who have gastric bypass see results even before leaving the hospital.

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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What’s new in surgical weight loss?

Two new options are available for patients looking to lose weight with the help of surgery.

How to avoid a back injury during holiday chores

Here’s how to maintain good posture while lifting, carrying and reaching.

Pancreatic cancer symptoms and risk factors

Warning signs you should be aware of — and the risk factors that mean you should be on the lookout for this aggressive cancer.

Understanding head and neck cancer

From risk factors and symptoms to diagnosis and treatment options, here’s what you should know.

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Experts answer common questions about lung cancer screening

Lung screening is for certain people with a smoking history. It’s not scary. It could save your life.

What do I need to know about lung cancer?

We answer your top six questions about this deadly disease.

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