Tennessee Close to Requiring 'Baby Olivia' Fetal Development Video in Schools; Multiple States Follow Lead
Tennessee House has approved a bill requiring school curriculums covering human development to include a video on fetal development, sparking debate over content and educational mandates.
Tennessee Department of Health Reports First Measles Case Since 2019, Prompting Increased Public Health Vigilance
Tennessee reports its first measles case since 2019, identified in an individual who recently traveled internationally. Health officials emphasize vaccinations and are conducting contact tracing.
Chadwick Boseman's Courageous Battle with Cancer Inspires Increased Awareness and Screenings, Emboldens Public Health Dialogue
Chadwick Boseman's visits to St. Jude and his death have raised awareness of colon cancer, influencing screenings, while his legacy inspires dialogues on early detection and environmental health risks.
Tennessee Health Department Announces $45.7 Million in 'Healthcare Resiliency' Grants for Rural Communities
Tennessee's Department of Health has announced over $45.7 million in 'Healthcare Resiliency' grants, aiming to bolster healthcare in underserved communities, focusing on at-risk and distressed rural counties.
Measles Cases Rise to Four in Middle Tennessee, Health Officials Urge Vigilance and Vaccination
Tennessee confirms three additional measles cases, bringing the state's 2025 total to four, linked to a previous case. The Department of Health emphasizes the contagion risk and promotes vaccination with the MMR vaccine.
Tennessee Tackles First Responder Trauma: New Campaign Shatters Stigma, Bolsters Mental Health Support
Tennessee's mental health department launches a campaign to support first responders' mental health, encouraging them to seek help and breaking the stigma around psychological issues in their profession.
Nashville Boosts Student Health Services with Increased School Nurse Presence in Metro Schools
Nashville focuses on student health with school nurses providing care and education, aiming for a nurse in every school. Over 400 health sessions were held, impacting the return-to-class rate positively.
Metro Public Health Department Nears Last Year's Record with 621 Flu Shots Given on "Fight Flu Day" in Nashville
MPHD administered 621 flu shots on "Fight Flu Day," nearly matching last year's count with increased efficiency across three locations, and continues offering free vaccinations.
Vanderbilt Clinches Clarksville Tennova Deal, Slaps New Name On Hospital
Vanderbilt Health has completed its acquisition of Tennova Healthcare‑Clarksville and renamed the facility Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital. Officials promise expanded services and staff retention, but local tax questions have arisen.
Tennessee Moms Are Dying From Mental Health Crises and Drugs, State Report Warns
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.
Tennessee Poison Hotline Swamped By Weight-Loss Drug Mishaps
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.
VA Plans Outpatient Clinic in North Nashville
The VA has secured a 20‑year lease at Kingdom Land in North Nashville and plans a multi‑specialty outpatient clinic that officials say will bring care closer to thousands of veterans. Planning filings and federal procurement records spell out a large three‑story facility, major parking and a years‑long build timeline.
Quorum Health To Become Nonprofit Hospital System
Quorum Health signed an agreement to transition its hospitals into a nonprofit operator under Healthside Partners, promising expanded charity care and capital investments. The plan covers 11 hospitals and aims to close in fall 2026 pending regulatory review.









































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