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May 7, 2026

Preventing urinary tract infections

These uncomfortable infections are easily treated, but better to avoid them. A urinary tract infection,…

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Women: Why you need to lift weights

Learn how you can build bone density and improve your heart health with strength training.

NICU and high-risk delivery: What to pack in your hospital bag

A practical checklist for longer stays — plus what can help you feel more prepared for the transition home.

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Low-intervention labor and creating a birth plan: What are my options?

Everything you need to know about making a birth plan and taking charge of your birth experience.

Questions to ask your doctor about heart health

Make the most of your next doctor's visit with this checklist of must-ask heart-health questions.

Treatment options for vulvar cancer

Treatment choices depend on many factors.

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How doulas can help out: 5 reasons to consider adding a doula to your birth team

A doula is a non-medical member of your birth team, for additional support.

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 link between pregnancy and stroke

Being pregnant can increase the risk of stroke, during the pregnancy and beyond. What you…

Understanding perimenopause: An expert answers your questions

A Vanderbilt health expert answers commonly asked questions about perimenopause.

Hereditary gynecological cancers: Knowing your risk

Understanding your family history will help you know if you're at risk for certain ovarian and uterine cancers.

A guide to breastfeeding

Learn how to navigate breastfeeding as a first-time parent and discover additional resources that can help you along the way.

Syphilis testing recommendations during pregnancy

How to protect your baby from the devastating effects of this common infection.

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.