Wellness

Degenerative disc disease is more common than you think

Have you recently been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease? You're definitely not alone. Here's everything you need to know about this common condition.

Women getting her arm wiped down for a flu shot

Three things an infectious disease specialist wants you to know this flu season

The double-whammy of COVID-19 and influenza will make for an interesting fall and winter. Here’s what you need to know to stay healthy.

Child getting a flu shot from a medical professional.

It’s officially flu shot season! Here’s what parents need to know this year

A Q&A with a Vanderbilt pediatric nurse practitioner on how, why and when to get a flu shot this season.

Four simple rules for everyday food safety

Keeping you and your family safe from food poisoning takes four simple steps.

Kids: Here’s everything you need to know about washing your hands

One of the best ways we can keep ourselves healthy? By washing our hands! Here's how to do it correctly.

Heavyset woman prepares vegetables in a kitchen

The joint replacement-obesity connection

Obesity complicates recovery from joint-replacement surgery. What to know and do beforehand.

Helping children and teens wear masks: How do I do it?

These three tools can make it easier to teach children to wear their masks.

Diabetic patient cooking healthy meal to combat NAFLD.

NAFLD: Why obesity is just as dangerous to your liver as alcohol

Think you’re in the clear with liver health if you don’t imbibe? That’s not necessarily the case. Here’s why.

Tips for caring for someone with dementia

Consider this wisdom as you navigate what your loved one needs, and what you do, too.