Wellness

Young woman in a sundress and a sunhat sits in the shade on the ground, applying sunscreen to her arm.

Fact or fiction? Test your skin cancer knowledge

A Vanderbilt expert addresses common misconceptions around the sun and your skin.

A guide to getting more active

Increasing your physical activity is one of the best ways you can improve your health. Ready to get started? Read on for expert tips on making exercise a part of your healthy lifestyle.

Woman squats in an outdoor garden doing yard work, in a post about how to protect your back.

Don’t let spring yard work become a pain in the back

Protect your back during springtime yard work with these five tips.

Should I try Zone 2 training?

Why this exercise trend might be the sweet spot for weight loss and cardiac health.

Exercises to do throughout the lifespan for falls prevention

Fall prevention is for everyone! Now’s the time to incorporate these balance exercises into your routine.

A group of women warming up outside together before going for a run through the city.

Your ultimate guide to getting — and staying — active

A roundup of My Vanderbilt Health’s best tips for starting a fitness routine.

Food when stressed? When sad? How to manage emotional eating

Turning to food because of mood, not hunger, is called emotional eating. Here's how to break the habit.

Winter safety tips to help stay prepared this season

Icy weather had its way with Nashville in the past, so be ready this year with these tips.

Lung screening questions to ask your doctor

This painless test is meant to catch lung cancer in its earliest stage.