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Fight Breast Cancer with Early Detection

Released on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 - 1:16 pm under

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

NASHVILLE – This October, the Department of Health is urging all Tennessee women over the age of 40 to get a clinical breast exam and mammogram as part of the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These tests are the best method for finding cancer early and offering protection against the disease by leading women to get treatment before the cancer is in advanced stages. The survival rate is greater than 95 percent for women whose breast cancer is found at an early stage.

Health Commissioner Receives Flu Vaccination, Stresses The Importance To Prevent Flu

Released on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 - 12:08 pm under

State Health Department Launches Flu Information Line

NASHVILLE – Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN today reiterated the importance for everyone who can to get vaccinated to prevent the flu. Cooper demonstrated the simplicity of the process by receiving her own seasonal flu vaccine.

TN Works With USDA, Other Southeast States to Prevent Raccoon Rabies

Released on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 - 3:14 pm under

World Rabies Day is September 28

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health is working with the United States Department of Agriculture to distribute an oral rabies vaccine for raccoons along Tennessee’s borders with Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Virginia. The baiting program administered by USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services program will begin Thursday, October 1, 2009.

Tennessee WIC Program Brings More to the Table

Released on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 - 11:33 am under

Supplemental Food Packages Change October 1, 2009

NASHVILLE – Participants enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, known as WIC, are preparing for an exciting change. The food packages are changing effective October 1, 2009 to better meet the nutritional needs of WIC families. New foods will include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, soy products and baby foods.

Admissions to Countryside Healthcare and Rehabilitation Suspended

Released on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 - 2:45 pm under
Nursing Home Cited for Violations
 
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN, has suspended new admissions of residents to Countryside Healthcare and Rehabilitation of Lawrenceburg effective September 9, 2009, and imposed a one-time state civil monetary penalty of $1,500. A federal civil penalty has been imposed at $4,600 per day. 

Stretch Your Food Budget With Healthy Fruits and Veggies

Released on Thu, Sep 03, 2009 - 1:09 pm under
September is National Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month
 
NASHVILLE – The Department of Health is offering tips to help home cooks include the bountiful variety of fruits and vegetables in their meals while making the most of their food budget as part of the observance of National Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month.
 

Family Health is Key to Preventing Infant Deaths

Released on Tue, Sep 01, 2009 - 11:51 am under

September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month

NASHVILLE – As part of the observance of National Infant Mortality Awareness Month, the Tennessee Department of Health is working to remind Tennesseans of the importance of preconception and prenatal care and is working toward ensuring that every child born in Tennessee reaches his or her first birthday.
 
“We must do everything we can to improve the health outcomes for this vulnerable population,” said Governor Phil Bredesen. “The Department of Health and Governor’s Office of Children’s Care Coordination are working to increase awareness about how important it is to create healthier families that have healthier babies.”

Tennessee Among Top States for Child Immunizations

Released on Fri, Aug 28, 2009 - 1:12 pm under

NASHVILLE – Tennessee ranks fourth in the country in a new survey of rates of immunization for young children. The 2008 National Immunization Survey report was released this week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

New Putnam County Health Department Hosts Open House

Released on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 - 3:40 pm under

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Department of Health Deputy Commissioner Jim Shulman and Health Services Assistant Commissioner Cathy Taylor, DrPH, MSN, RN, were on hand for a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house today at the new Putnam County Health Department facility in Cookeville. During their visit, they met with county staff members as well as local and state government officials.

Admissions to Life Care Center of Chattanooga Nursing Home Suspended

Released on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 - 8:30 am under

Nursing Home Cited For Violations

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN, has suspended new admissions of residents to Life Care Center of Chattanooga nursing home effective August 11, 2009, and imposed a one-time state civil monetary penalty of $7,500. A federal civil penalty has been imposed at $6,300 a day.

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