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health-and-fitness1 year ago•3 min saved

"Genetic Predisposition to Obesity Requires Intensified Exercise, Study Finds"

A study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center suggests that individuals with a higher genetic risk of obesity may need to engage in more physical activity to mitigate their risk. The research, based on data from the All of Us Research Program, found that those with a higher genetic risk would need to walk thousands of additional steps per day to have a comparable risk of obesity to those with lower genetic risk. Lead author Evan Brittain emphasized that genetic risk does not solely determine overall risk of obesity, and individuals can overcome this risk by being more active. The study aims to determine if providing individualized activity recommendations based on genetic risk can lead to improved health outcomes and lower likelihood of obesity.

via VUMC Reporter|

#genetic-risk #health-and-fitness #obesity

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

"Florida's Micah Handlogten's Gruesome Leg Injury Shocks SEC Championship"

Florida Gators' 7-footer Micah Handlogten suffered a gruesome lower left leg injury in the SEC championship game against Auburn, with his leg buckling upon landing from an offensive rebound attempt. He was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for further evaluation. The emotional toll of the upsetting injury is significant, and the severity drew comparisons to Kevin Ware's leg break in 2013. Handlogten, a Marshall transfer, had not been a major factor for Florida recently but had started 32 times and averaged 5.5 points and 7.1 rebounds.

via The Athletic|

#basketball-injury #florida-gators #micah-handlogten

accident1 year ago•1 min saved

"Fatal DUI Crash on Murfreesboro Pike Leaves One Dead and Four Injured"

A 4 a.m. crash in Nashville resulted in one fatality and three injuries, including a 23-month-old child, after a Chevrolet Malibu crossed the double yellow line and struck a Ford Focus head on. The 26-year-old passenger in the Ford Focus died at the hospital, while the driver and child sustained non life-threatening injuries. The Malibu driver, who admitted to consuming alcohol before driving, also had non life-threatening injuries and had a search warrant obtained for his blood sample.

via News Channel 5 Nashville|

#accident #alcohol-consumption #car-crash

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Developing Situation: Police Incident Unfolding in Rutherford County

An active police incident is taking place in Rutherford County, specifically at Stones River Road and Lake Forest Drive in LaVergne. Residents are advised to avoid the area. Vanderbilt University Medical Center staff reported a LifeFlight being brought in during an officer-involved shooting, although it is unclear if the two incidents are related at this time.

via WZTV|

#active-police-incident #crime #lavergne

civil-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trans Health Records Release Sparks Civil Rights Investigation at Tennessee Hospital"

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for violating civil rights after releasing the medical records of transgender patients to Tennessee's attorney general. The investigation follows lawsuits filed by two patients who claim VUMC should have removed personally identifying information before sharing the records. The incident has raised concerns in a state where GOP lawmakers have sought to restrict transgender rights. The attorney general maintains that he requested the records as part of a routine investigation into medical billing fraud and denies targeting patients or their families.

via NBC News|

#civil-rights #civil-rights-investigation #patient-privacy

civil-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

"Transgender Health Records Release Sparks Civil Rights Investigation at Tennessee Hospital"

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for releasing the medical records of transgender patients to Tennessee's attorney general. The investigation follows lawsuits filed by two patients who claim VUMC should have removed personally identifying information before sharing the records. The incident has raised concerns in a state where GOP lawmakers have sought to restrict transgender rights. VUMC faced criticism for waiting months before notifying patients about the release of their information. The attorney general maintains that he requested the records as part of a routine investigation into medical billing fraud and denies targeting patients or their families.

via ABC News|

#attorney-general #civil-rights #civil-rights-investigation

civil-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

"Transgender Health Records Release Sparks Civil Rights Investigation at Tennessee Hospital"

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for releasing the medical records of transgender patients to Tennessee's attorney general. Two patients have sued VUMC for sharing their records, arguing that the hospital should have removed personally identifying information. The disclosure of the records has raised concerns in a state where GOP lawmakers have sought to restrict transgender rights. VUMC has faced criticism for waiting months before notifying patients about the release of their information. The attorney general claims the records were requested as part of a routine investigation into medical billing fraud and denies targeting patients or their families.

via The Associated Press|

#civil-rights #civil-rights-investigation #medical-privacy

healthcare2 years ago•3 min saved

Trans patients file lawsuit against hospital for sharing records with Tennessee AG

Transgender patients are suing Vanderbilt University Medical Center, accusing the hospital of violating their privacy by providing their medical records to Tennessee's attorney general. The patients argue that Vanderbilt should have removed their personally identifying information before handing over the records, considering the state's hostile stance towards transgender rights. Tennessee has enacted some of the nation's most anti-LGBTQ restrictions. The lawsuit seeks class-action status and demands monetary damages, improved security procedures, and an injunction to prevent further release of records without notice. The attorney general's office claims the records have been kept confidential and that the hospital was legally compelled to comply.

via NBC News|

#healthcare #lawsuit #privacy-violation

lawsuit2 years ago•4 min saved

Transgender patients file lawsuit against hospital for sharing records with Tennessee's attorney general

Transgender patients are suing Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, accusing the hospital of violating their privacy by providing their records to Tennessee's attorney general. The patients argue that Vanderbilt should have removed their personally identifying information before turning over the records, especially considering the state's hostile stance towards transgender rights. The lawsuit seeks class-action status and demands monetary damages, improved security procedures, an injunction blocking further release of records without notice, and an admission of privacy policy violations. The attorney general's office claims the records have been kept confidential and that the hospital was legally compelled to produce them.

via The Associated Press|

#lawsuit #privacy-violation #tennessee-attorney-general

health2 years ago•2 min saved

The Devastating Neurological Effects of Long-Term COVID-19

Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are studying the long-term neurological impacts of COVID-19, including memory loss and acquired brain injury (ABI). COVID survivors who suffered from a lack of oxygen or used a ventilator can exhibit ABI symptoms. Cognitive rehabilitation, which involves learning strategies and techniques to work around deficits, can help those struggling with neurological issues. The hope is that more research will lead to more answers and better treatment options for long COVID patients.

via News Channel 5 Nashville|

#cognitive-rehabilitation #covid-19 #health