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Life Care Center of Athens Nursing Home Admissions Suspension Lifted

Released on Wed, Aug 12, 2009 - 8:25 am under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health announces that the suspension of admissions at Life Care Center of Athens has been lifted effective August 10, 2009. The facility is a 128-bed licensed nursing home located at 1234 Frye Street in Athens.

Admissions To Life Care Center Of Athens Nursing Home Suspended

Released on Tue, Aug 04, 2009 - 11:17 am under

McMinn County 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 Athens nursing home effective July 31, 2009, and imposed a one-time state civil monetary penalty of $1,500. A federal civil penalty has been imposed at $4,150 a day until the violations are corrected. A special monitor has been appointed to review the facility’s operations.

Breastfeeding an Urgent Need in Emergencies

Released on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 - 11:59 am under

World Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7, 2009

NASHVILLE – Emergency preparedness for families involves stocking supplies and making plans for coping with a crisis situation. Those plans should also include breastfeeding for infants. The Tennessee Department of Health is working to raise awareness of breastfeeding as a crucial practice during emergencies as part of the observance of World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7, 2009.

Fewer Tennesseans Report Diabetes Diagnosis

Released on Mon, Jul 27, 2009 - 8:44 am under
New Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Data Suggest Disease in Decline 
 
NASHVILLE – Fewer Tennesseans report they have been told by a health provider that they have diabetes, according to results of the 2008 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System survey. Figures for 2008 for this important health indicator are lower than in the two previous years.

H1N1 Planning and Response Remain a Public Health Priority

Released on Wed, Jul 15, 2009 - 8:02 am under

NASHVILLE – Tennessee continues its efforts to ensure the health of state residents during the flu pandemic. Late last week, state officials from the Departments of Health, Education and Homeland Security participated in the 2009 Flu Summit organized by the United States government, where federal planning and response efforts were discussed.

Board of Medical Examiners Suspends License of Madison Physician

Released on Thu, Jul 09, 2009 - 2:57 pm under
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health announces that the Board of Medical Examiners has summarily suspended the license of Settimio Castellani, MD, of Madison. The suspension of Castellani’s license became effective July 8, 2009. As a result of the suspension, Castellani is immediately prohibited from practicing medicine in the state.
 

Protect Yourself From Tick and Mosquito Bites to Prevent Illness

Released on Wed, Jul 08, 2009 - 12:19 pm under

NASHVILLE – Summer is the peak time for people to be bitten by ticks and mosquitoes, which may carry diseases that can infect humans. The Department of Health tracks cases of these diseases and has noted a recent increase in human cases of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and ehrlichiosis, both of which are transmitted through tick bites. TDOH urges Tennesseans to follow commonsense precautions to protect themselves and help reduce the risk of illness.

Recovery Act Funds Health Center Capital Improvements

Released on Wed, Jul 01, 2009 - 10:15 am under
Tennessee Health Centers Receive More Than $16 Million

NASHVILLE – Tennessee will receive $16.7 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding for health center facility and equipment needs, which will increase access to health care for thousands of Tennesseans.

The announcement, made this week by First Lady Michelle Obama, detailed the release of a total of $851 million in grants. Two state-run health centers are among the grant recipients. The Upper Cumberland Primary Care Project will receive $1.4 million and Stewart County Community Medical Center was awarded $349,000.

Life Care Center Of Red Bank Nursing Home Admissions Suspension Lifted

Released on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 - 5:24 pm under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health announces that the suspension of admissions at Life Care Center of Red Bank has been lifted effective June 23, 2009. The facility is a 148-bed licensed nursing home located at 1020 Runyan Drive in Chattanooga.

Don't Let Heat, Mosquitoes Spoil Your Summer

Released on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 - 3:58 pm under

Commonsense Tips Help Prevent Summer Illness

NASHVILLE – Summer has officially arrived in Tennessee, bringing scorching temperatures and the risk of West Nile Virus. Activities of daily life often mean exposing ourselves to extreme heat or going outdoors at times when mosquitoes carrying WNV may be active. The Department of Health is sharing simple tips that can help you reduce your risk of seasonal illness during the hot summer months.
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