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Message From David Posch: Pop Health Employee Concierge Service Debuts
February 28, 2022
The recent Pop Health Well-being Survey indicated a desire from many of you for more awareness of the benefits available to you as a VUMC employee.
Coping With the Loss of Smell Post-COVID
February 22, 2022
If you’re having trouble with your sense of smell and taste after having a COVID-19 infection, Vanderbilt's Smell and Taste Center may be a resource.
Collaborative Care Management Helps Patients Manage Complex Conditions
February 20, 2022
The VHAN Care Management team serves as an important connection point between patients, providers and caregivers. This service is particularly helpful when patients are managing multiple complex conditions.
VUMC's Dr. Tom Talbot Answers FAQs About COVID-19 Boosters
February 20, 2022
Curious about the need for booster shots? Hear the latest in a brief video from VUMC's Chief Epidemiologist.
Vanderbilt's MyWeightLoss Bundles Make Health Transformation Possible
February 20, 2022
Vanderbilt's MyWeightLossHealth Bundles were the focus of a recent educational webinar for employees for Metro Nashville Public Schools.
Message From David Posch: Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
January 27, 2022
Thanks to those of you who are part of the VUMC Employee Resource Groups for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion for our institution. We look to you for insights and leadership as we all work to further these ideals.
Occupational Health Clinic Protects Thousands Against the Flu
January 27, 2022
This season's program helped 95% of VUMC's employees—totaling more than 19,000 faculty and staff—get vaccinated for flu or enter an exemption well in advance of the Jan. 3, 2022, deadline.
VHAN Launches New Market-Facing Website
January 27, 2022
At the end of 2021, VHAN launched a new and improved website to better showcase members' successes as part of a clinically integrated network.
7 Tips for Managing Omicron Anxiety
January 27, 2022
Managing heightened stress is essential to avoiding burnout and find moments of joy and purpose. Here are seven tips to cope with a seemingly endless pandemic, inspired by Vanderbilt's Work/Life Connections.
Employer Solutions Aids Area Employers With COVID-19 Education
January 27, 2022
Nashville-based DesignWorks Collective recently requested that the Employer Solutions team come in person to not only present updates on the pandemic, but also to give COVID-19 vaccines and boosters and flu shots to employees.