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Advice to prevent ATV accidents
May 30, 2023

ATV riders: Strap on a helmet like you wear a seat belt in a car

ATV accidents jump as weather gets warm, and children are more prone to injuries. Here’s why.

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10 Fun Summer Activities for Tweens

10 fun summer activities for tweens

Sometimes the simplest ideas make for the best memories for tweens in the summertime.

5 reasons children need child life services

Child life specialists help meet five important needs children have while in the hospital.

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Asthma care has come a long way, baby

Parents: Your child doesn’t have to suffer like you did.

Wisdom teeth: Is it time to remove them?

The trouble with wisdom teeth and why and when they typically need to come out

5 healthy holiday choices for families

These weeks can make it harder to keep a healthy lifestyle. These five tips can help families make healthy holiday choices.

Teens and Mental Health, Part 3: Do depression and anxiety go away?

In a recent Twitter Spaces chat, area teens had questions — and Vanderbilt’s mental health experts had answers.

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Vanderbilt Health is here to help if you or your loved one is feeling sick or has a minor injury. Dozens of locations throughout Middle Tennessee offer convenient hours — and can even bring a provider to you.

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Teens and Mental Health, Part 2: Helping a friend who is struggling

In a recent Twitter Spaces chat, area teens had questions — and Vanderbilt’s mental health experts had answers.

Teens and Mental Health, Part 1: Who to talk to (and how to ask for help)

In a recent Twitter Spaces chat, area teens had questions — and Vanderbilt’s mental health experts had answers.

Child wearing sports jersey using asthma inhaler

Can a child with asthma still play sports?

The short answer is yes, say asthma experts. It’s all about management

6 ideas for fall family fun

Get out and get active while enjoying the colors of fall as a family.

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How to spot the visual symptoms of concussion

Eye experts alert parents and pediatricians about watching for visual symptoms, along with all the…

How to talk to your teen about suicidal thoughts

Having conversations about your child’s mental health helps keep them safe. Over the course of…

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