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February 9, 2026

Heart failure: It’s not what you think

Heart failure is more prevalent in the South. Here’s what you need to know.

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The link between alcohol and cancer

Why limiting drinking as much as possible is best for your health.

How to keep a newborn healthy during the holidays

Germs are rampant and so are the kisses. Here's how to keep your newborn protected during holiday visiting.

Simple desk stretches for back, neck and shoulder pain

Complete these daily desk stretches to soothe back, neck and shoulder pain and prevent future flare-ups.

Know the facts about ovarian cancer

Listening to your body and being aware of individual risks are especially important when it comes to ovarian cancer.

Strategies for preventing children’s heat injuries and deaths

Hot cars, stuffy strollers: Smart steps for parents to remember during hot weather.

How to support a spouse who’s quitting smoking

Quitting smoking can be tough, thanks to the symptoms of withdrawing from nicotine. Here are the do's and don'ts to help your spouse succeed.

Convenient Care Closer to Home

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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The emotional side of being screened for lung cancer

Experts hear some common fears from patients. Here they offer some reassurance.

Protect your eyes from the bright summer sunshine

Here's what you need to know when picking out sunglasses to protect your eyes this summer.

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10 surprising benefits of walking

Walking is good for your heart, lungs and waistline. But it offers mental health perks, too, that are less obvious.

Who is lung cancer screening meant for?

High-tech imaging can detect lung cancer in its early stages, when it's most treatable.

How to reduce your risk of a kidney stone

Research points to more teens, women and blacks in the South getting kidney stones.

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.