A Memphis pilot is turning doula care into Medicaid‑covered support for TennCare mothers as states and insurers widen access, backed by studies showing better birth outcomes.

A Memphis woman says $1,200 in Facebook-ordered veneers left her in pain and facing costly repairs, and state officials say the operator may not be licensed.

UT Health Science Center in Memphis trains thousands of clinicians a year, earned R1 status and now leads a $12M statewide rural‑health effort to shore up Tennessee’s workforce.

Tennessee poison‑control officials report a steep rise in exposures to semaglutide and tirzepatide, driven by dosing errors and unregulated products. Calls climbed sharply from 2021 to 2025.

Shelby County's HIV case rates are climbing again, with teens and the poorest ZIP codes hit hardest. Health officials are expanding free testing and at‑home kits.

A new state review finds mental‑health conditions — largely tied to substance use — are now the leading cause of pregnancy‑related deaths in Tennessee while officials map recommendations to prevent more deaths.

A $7M, 12,000‑sq‑ft vascular center is set for Broad Avenue Gateway, focused on dialysis care and slated to break ground in March.

A measles exposure risk occurred at Memphis International Airport on Dec 30, 2025, and Jan 3, 2026. Health officials have issued alerts and provided guidance on checking vaccination status and isolating if symptomatic.

The Forrest City School District in Arkansas has responded to a possible tuberculosis case, working with health officials to ensure safety and communicating updates to the public.

Shelby County Health Department is hosting a "Pink and Pearl" event for breast and lung cancer awareness on November 7, with educational activities and a balloon launch.

The Bartlett Animal Shelter has stopped taking in dogs due to a parvovirus outbreak and advises the public on how to deal with stray dogs during this time.

Shelby County Health Dept. focuses on lead poisoning prevention in kids, providing education, outreach, and a recognition brunch during National Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.

The Shelby County Health Department is addressing an HFMD outbreak affecting 31 schools and 3 child care centers, with over 178 cases, enforcing infection control and encouraging hygiene and vigilance.