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Tennessee Chamber Announces Collaboration to Offer Affordable Healthcare Solutions for Small Businesses
October 19, 2020
The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced a collaboration with the Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network (VHAN) and Aetna to provide high-quality, affordable health plan options to small businesses. The new plan offers access to services at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a member of VHAN.
How to Vote Safely During COVID-19
October 16, 2020
In a new Vanderbilt Health video, VUMC infectious disease expert David Aronoff, MD, gives some practical tips on voting safely during the pandemic.
Beat Back Zoom Fatigue
October 12, 2020
Encourage your employees to stay connected while not becoming overwhelmed by the demands of virtual communication.
VUMC Announces Plan to Expand Into Shelbyville and Tullahoma
October 2, 2020
Vanderbilt University Medical Center recently announced plans to purchase hospitals in Shelbyville and Tullahoma and acquire minority ownership in a Clarksville hospital.
Drive-Through Flu Events Offer Safety & Convenience for Employees
September 25, 2020
The Employer Solutions’ Corporate Health and Wellness team has developed a drive-through system that has successfully delivered the flu vaccine to more than 600 employees—and counting. The innovative model is one of the ways Vanderbilt Health is delivering preventive care while keeping the community safe in a pandemic.
New Ebook Aimed at 2021 Health Plan Decision-making
September 15, 2020
As the pandemic has added pressure to cut costs, strained employees’ physical and mental health, and disrupted the physical workplace, a new Ebook from Employer Solutions offers multiple best practices to help employers take back control of healthcare costs in the year ahead.
Celebrating Progress, Continuing Prevention: A Q&A With VUMC Infectious Disease Expert Dr. David Aronoff
September 15, 2020
What do we know now about COVID-19 that we didn’t know in the spring? David Aronoff, MD, Addison B. Scoville Chair in Medicine and Director of the Division of Infectious Diseases at VUMC, weighs in with reassurance and caution.
Practical Mask-Wearing Tips for Adults and Children
September 14, 2020
You've probably seen the popular Vanderbilt Health masking video circulating on TV and social media. There's no question about it: Wearing face masks and engaging in other infection prevention methods are contributing to incremental declines in COVID-19 numbers for the Middle Tennessee region.
MyMaternityHealth Delivers Savings and Satisfaction for Area Teachers
September 9, 2020
Today Vanderbilt University Medical Center announced that it has created MyHealth Bundles, a patient-centered, value-based approach to managing some of the most common and costly health conditions. The MyMaternityHealth Bundle is already making a difference for Metro Nashville Public School teachers.
Telehealth Coverage Expanded in Tennessee
August 24, 2020
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee officially signed telehealth expansion into law on August 20. The revised law expands telehealth coverage—specifically, direct-to-patient coverage—through April 1, 2022.