Daily Archives: January 18, 2021
NEW: Large study finds higher burden of acute brain dysfunction for COVID-19 ICU patients
The international study led by VUMC researchers tracked the incidence of delirium and coma in 2,088 COVID-19 patients admitted to adult intensive care units in the early months of the pandemic. Continue reading
UPDATED: VUMC guidelines for COVID testing
VUMC is testing patients for COVID-19 using the SARS-CoV-2 PCR test. Testing requires collection of a nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal, or bilateral nares specimen. Continue reading
NEW: After COVID-19 vaccination FAQs
Check out questions and answers for people who are fully immunized against COVID-19, including “Can we meet in larger group gatherings with other fully vaccinated people?” Continue reading
NEW: When can I get my COVID-19 vaccine?
VUMC is following the direction of both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Tennessee Department of Health on how and when to give the vaccine to different groups. Continue reading
NEW: Vaccine-related content launched
We have launched several new features on this website to help the VUMC workforce navigate information about COVID-19 vaccines for themselves and for our patients. Continue reading
NEW: Should I get my COVID-19 vaccine?
Vaccines jump start the body’s natural ability to fight a virus or bacteria without having to get sick from the germs first. Continue reading
UPDATE: Weekly COVID-19 statistics
A snapshot of some of the numbers that help tell the story of COVID-19 at Vanderbilt. Continue reading
NEW: COVID-19 exposure, infection and return-to-work FAQs
Sample question: When is someone fully immunized? An individual is considered fully immunized against COVID-19 after day 7 following COVID-19 vaccine dose #2. Continue reading
NEW: Additiional common COVID-19 vaccine questions
Our answers to these common questions about the COVID-19 vaccines are based on current knowledge and understanding. Continue reading