Prevention

Don’t worry – it’s safe to cuddle with pets while home with a cold or flu

Pets won't catch or spread human viruses.

Women: What you need to know about bone loss & overall bone health

Menopause can lead to a period of decline in your bone health. Find out how to help protect them.

Protect your child from cancer with the new HPV vaccine

Vaccine protects against more forms of cancer-causing HPV in males and females.

Flu shots and pregnancy: what you should know

Flu shots protect not only pregnant women but also their unborn babies.

What boomers need to know about hepatitis C

Hepatitis C – a life-threatening but treatable liver disease – is on the rise in Tennessee.

Mo moustache, mo awareness of men’s health this Movember

Men: This Movember, pay attention to your prostate.

How hazardous are bacon, hot dogs to our health?

Southerners shouldn't get overly worried. The cancer risk from eating bacon, ham and other processed meats is relatively small; moderation is key.

Screenings women should ask about at every age

Use this handy checklist to schedule your screenings.

New take on screening mammography: What’s a woman to do?

A new guideline from the American Cancer Society says most women should get annual screening mammography starting at age 45, but should be able to get them between 40-44 if they choose. A Vanderbilt expert helps sort out the new information.