COVID-19 update July 7, 2020

One-third -- probably more -- of people who have COVID don't develop symptoms. Masks are a way of protecting others. View...

NEW: Additional valet parking services resumed on July 6


Effective July 6, VUMC began a phased reopening of additional patient and visitor valet stations across campus. View...

NEW: The latest Good Job Report


Another of our regular collection of thank-yous and kudos. Everyone at VUMC makes a difference and this is a small sampling of expressions of gratitude. View...

NEW: VICTR named to key role to streamline COVID-19 research response


The Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (VICTR) and RTI International, a non-profit clinical research organization based in North Carolina, have been named Administrative Coordinating Center (ACC) of a national effort to streamline the research response to life-threatening lung and heart problems caused by COVID-19. View...

UPDATE: Hotel stay program extended through July 31


The Medical Center has extended its popular hotel stay program through July 31. Employees who work with or near patients may take advantage of VUMC's partnership with local hotels to provide nearby temporary housing options. View...

UPDATE: Guidance for employees returning from travel/out of town vacations


As travel and vacations are resuming it is important to maintain a focus on safety for you, your family, your colleagues and patients when you return to work from traveling. View...

NEW: Report COVID-19 exposures outside of work to Occupational Health


If you have an exposure outside of work, it is still important to inform Occupational Health so they can provide guidance as to any specific quarantine or additional masking needs and monitor you for the development of any symptoms. View...

NEW: You Asked, We Answered: Can staff eat lunch together on the Plaza?


Yes, as long as staff can maintain 6-foot distancing while eating. View...

NEW: You Asked, We Answered: Does prolonged wearing of a face mask cause harm?


Prolonged use of any face mask, including the N95 respirator, has not been shown to cause carbon dioxide toxicity or lack of adequate oxygen in healthy people. View...