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Health Topics

Expert Q&A: Sinus issues

Oh, the pressure. Here's what causes it and what can be done about sinus issues.

Allergies

Getting relief from sinus infection pain

Sinus infections can be painful and make you feel miserable. Here's how to find relief, and when to consider seeing your doctor.

Family

Q&A: Kids and sinus infections

Beyond the runny nose: Know these causes and treatments for sinus infections.

Brain & Memory

Bariatric surgery setback led to rare diagnosis

Paula Richey went for a weigh-in and came away wondering if she had Cushing syndrome.

Allergies

Is it an allergy or something else?

Allergy symptoms and those of some illnesses overlap. Here’s how to use clues to tell what’s likely going on.

Cold & Flu

Children’s flu: Five things to know this season to prevent complications

The flu is common, but for some children, complications can be serious. Children under 5 and children with certain underlying conditions are at higher risk for flu complications.

Food

5 tips for managing food allergies around the holidays

Avoid potentially serious food allergy reactions with these proactive steps.

Cold & Flu

The My Vanderbilt Health Guide to Cold & Flu Season

From flu prevention to tried-and-true cold remedies and everything between, here’s what you need to know to stay healthy and illness-free.

Prevention

Antibiotic overuse: 1 in 3 antibiotics is unnecessary

The South ranks No. 1 in the nation for the number of antibiotic prescriptions, many of them unnecessary. The Vanderbilt Antimicrobial Stewardship Program aims to change that.