Monthly Archives: July 2020

Workshop on “Turning Education into Scholarship” set for Aug. 14

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Professional development in clinical and translational research for non-degree learners offered; deadline to apply is Aug. 14

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Study challenges idea that lower BMI shields smokers from fat-associated health risks

While some smokers might rationalize continuing to smoke because of the lower weight often associated with the habit, Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigators have determined that even with a lower body mass index (BMI), smokers have a higher… Continue reading

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New Chaplain Covenant opens the door to better understanding at VUMC

“As professional chaplains, we are committed to ending racism, discrimination, and all forces that disrespect our common humanity.” Continue reading

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New Chaplain Covenant opens the door to better understanding at VUMC

“As professional chaplains, we are committed to ending racism, discrimination, and all forces that disrespect our common humanity.” Continue reading

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Kirabo receives award from American Heart Association

Annet Kirabo, DVM, MSc, PhD, assistant professor of Medicine and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, is receiving the 2020 Harry Goldblatt Award for Early Career Investigators from the American Heart Association (AHA). Continue reading

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Kirabo receives award from American Heart Association

Annet Kirabo, DVM, MSc, PhD, assistant professor of Medicine and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, is receiving the 2020 Harry Goldblatt Award for Early Career Investigators from the American Heart Association (AHA). Continue reading

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“Discover”: A comprehensive care model for Tourette syndrome

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Study finds patients defer routine health care during pandemic

During February and March at two large academic medical centers in Nashville and Boston, screening for high cholesterol and high blood sugar dropped 81-90% and initiation of drug therapy for these conditions dropped 52-60%. Continue reading

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Webinar on “Synchronous vs Asynchronous Learning” set for Aug. 13

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