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Photo Feature

Poinsettia delivery brings cheer to VUH

By Erin O. Smith

More than 800 of the holiday plants were donated and distributed at the hospital

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VUMC in the Community

Clothes Closet needs coats, jackets, other clothes for patients

By Wayne Wood

Volunteer project helps people by providing clothes and a warm coat

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VUMC in the Community

Clothes Closet in need of donations of new items

By Wayne Wood

Due to COVID-19, used items are no longer accepted, but the need to help patients continues

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Patient Spotlight

Patients and families benefit from new activity book — and the volunteer who brings it

By Kelsey Herbers

Puzzles, mazes, coloring pages and other fun help pass the time

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Patient Spotlight

In 1994, Harold “Scottie” Scott’s HIV-positive status was covered on the local news. He has been an educator ever since.

By Kelsey Herbers

Now, 25 years after his announcement, Scott’s mission remains the same: to educate others on the history of HIV, dispel myths and break down stigma.

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VUMC in the Community

VUMC Clothes Closet in need of men’s clothes, coats, shoes

By Wayne Wood

Volunteer endeavor provides patients with a warm coat or clothes to wear home from the hospital

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VUMC in the Community

Coats, mittens, gloves among items most needed at VUMC Clothes Closet

By Wayne Wood

During cold weather, people need warm clothes

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VUMC in the Community

Volunteer Christi Williams and Layla the “Rehab Lab” featured in national dog food commercial

By Kristin Smart

“She loves it; she goes in tail wagging."

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Curious VUMC

How do I donate winter coats and other needed items to the VUMC Clothes Closet?

By Wayne Wood

Volunteers need help to be sure that all patients have warm, clean clothes to wear.

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