Daily Archives: September 4, 2018
Nicotine patch shows promise in treating depression
A Vanderbilt University Medical Center pilot study of treating late-life depression in nonsmokers with transdermal nicotine has yielded some promising results, but the study’s author cautions that more study is needed. Continue reading
Flulapalooza volunteers needed for Sept. 26 event
Clinical and non-clinical volunteers are needed as vaccinators, vaccinator helpers, documenters and patient flow guides for the 12-hour event. Continue reading
Biomedical sciences journey starts from Simple Beginnings
Vanderbilt University welcomed 112 new doctoral students on Aug. 31 during the ninth annual Simple Beginnings ceremony in a Light Hall lecture room filled with family members and other well-wishers. Continue reading
VUMC information guru Evans retires with fanfare
For four decades, most recently as VUMC’s chief information officer for hospitals, Nancy Evans helped lead and transform the Medical Center’s information technology enterprise. Continue reading
“My Southern Health”: Motion-preserving spinal surgeries can offer better recovery
Legal planning around Medicare and Medicaid presentation today
Alzheimer’s disease screening event for adults over 50 tomorrow
Pets of VUMC 2018 — Collection No. 6: Pets on the move
Take a walk. Go to the pool. Roll down the window and let the wind blow back your fur. Presenting the sixth collection of photographs submitted by VUMC employees to the 2018 “VUMC Voice” Pet Photo Contest. Continue reading