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November 26, 2024

A healthy Thanksgiving, from morning to night

Afraid the holidays might sabotage your current wellness routine? Here’s how to keep your health in focus, without losing sight of the celebration.

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How to avoid a back injury during holiday chores

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

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Experts answer common questions about lung cancer screening

Lung screening is for certain smokers and ex-smokers. It’s not scary. It could save your life.

9 habits that wreck sleep

We share some surprising habits that could be contributing to your sleeplessness.

Keep your ghouls and goblins safe: Halloween safety tips

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

What do I need to know about lung cancer?

We answer your top six questions about this deadly disease.

Surgical and medical weight loss: What’s the difference?

Learn about bariatric surgery and GLP-1 RAs used to treat obesity.

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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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6 tips for staying well during fall break

If you’re getting out of town, here’s how to keep from bringing home an unwanted souvenir of illness.

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Living well with epilepsy

Life with epilepsy can be challenging, but there are things you can do to make it easier.

Busy? Why you should always put sleep first

We know lack of sleep can make us feel sluggish and maybe even grumpy, but the effects of sleep deprivation can be serious and harmful to your health.

Stroke treatment: Act F.A.S.T. to save a life

Confusion? Slurred speech? Numbness? Here’s how to identify stroke symptoms — and what to do if someone is having a stroke.

Children and delta-8 THC poisonings: What you need to know

Some may look like candy, but cannabis products pose a safety hazard to young children. Here's what parents need to know to keep kids safe.

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

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