Daily Archives: August 20, 2020

Lay Summary: This study identified cells and proteins that contribute to development of cancer in the inflamed stomach. Continue reading →

Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the commonest cause of anemia in the United States and worldwide. In the United States it has been estimated that some 5%–11% of women and 1%–4% of men are iron deficient, and approximately 5% and 2%, respectively, have … Continue reading →

All people must wear a mask while on Vanderbilt University Medical Center campus. Masks are required in cafeterias, food courts, break rooms, research labs, conference rooms, bathrooms, elevators, waiting rooms — everywhere. Continue reading →

If you notice this type of discomfort from any PPE use, first remove yourself from patient care.
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This year’s effort by Vanderbilt University Medical Center to protect its people from influenza will be the most important in a century. With COVID-19 already prevalent, consuming precious health care resources, endangering lives, and so far, killing m… Continue reading →

We need everyone’s help to manage one of the highest COVID-19 risk activities: being in a shared space without proper social distancing. This risk gets worse when people remove their mask while eating and drinking. Continue reading →

Vanderbilt’s Cody Hamilton, RN, BSN, is a nurse in the COVID Intensive Care Unit. He recently delivered a powerful message about the importance of masks to members of the Metro Nashville Police Department. Continue reading →