Wellness

November 28, 2023

ER or walk-in clinic? How to make the call

Emergency room vs. Walk-in Clinic: Making the choice can be tricky. Here are important points…

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Quiz: Am I a candidate for weight-loss surgery?

Have you struggled to achieve and stay at a healthy weight? Learn if you might qualify for the next step: weight-loss surgery.

5 tips for teaching teens to drive without losing your sanity

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

10 tips to manage stress this holiday season

You love them, but family and friends can be overwhelming. Learn how to help manage your stress levels this year.

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.

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Lung screenings are saving lives, and the research shows it

Yearly lung screenings have reduced cancer deaths. Find out if you need one in addition to your colonoscopy and mammogram.

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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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Why you and yours need flu vaccinations this year

A Vanderbilt expert sheds light on the myths surrounding the flu shot, and explains why there’s really no excuse not to get yours this year.

7 vitamin D truths you need to know

Lots of misinformation has been published about this nutrient over the years. It’s time to set the record straight.

What you need to know about female bladder cancer

Learn the symptoms, types and treatments for women. Doctors want to raise awareness about female…

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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.

4 myths and facts about weight-loss surgery

For many, weight loss is not as simple as exercising more and eating less.

What falling back means for your sleep

Do not disturb (your circadian rhythms). As we fall back, enjoy that extra hour of sleep — for now — but use the time to recalibrate your clock in a healthy way.