Wellness

Myth-busting: Running and back pain

Can people with chronic back pain run? The answer may surprise you.

Antibiotic overuse: 1 in 3 antibiotics is unnecessary

The South ranks No. 1 in the nation for the number of antibiotic prescriptions, many of them unnecessary. The Vanderbilt Antimicrobial Stewardship Program aims to change that.

Study: Irregular sleep can hurt your heart

In yet more evidence of the importance of a good night’s rest, this study found a link between irregular sleep and heart disease.

White middle aged couple stand on a plank bridge in a jungle.

Travel diseases that can strike on your trip abroad

Know the signs of these diseases, signals to seek medical care.

Four stretches for people who sit a lot

Try these hip opener stretches for people who sit all day and help your body…

Asthma care has come a long way, baby

Parents: Your child doesn’t have to suffer like you did.

SCAD: What women should know about this cause of heart attacks

Spontaneous coronary artery dissection is an important cause of heart attack for young women to understand.

Processing trauma, and your body’s response to it

Learn how you can process trauma — and how working through your feelings helps you move forward after a stressful event.

African-American woman savors the smell of a cup of hot tea.

How to de-stress when you’re in a high-tension moment

When your stress levels spike, these strategies help you calm down.