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Admissions To Quality Health Care Suspended

Released on Wed, Mar 25, 2009 - 5:25 pm under

Wilson County Nursing Home Cited For Violations

NASHVILLE  – Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN, has suspended new admissions of residents to the Quality Care Health Center effective March 19, 2009, and imposed a one-time state civil monetary penalty of $1,500. The state also has recommended that the federal civil penalty be imposed at $3,050 a day until the violations are corrected. A special monitor has been appointed to review the facility’s operations.

TN Board of Medical Examiners Suspends License of Sevierville Physician

Released on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 - 5:47 pm under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health announces that the Board of Medical Examiners has summarily suspended the license of Rodney G. Carter, MD, of Sevierville. The suspension of Carter’s license became effective March 20, 2009. As a result of the suspension, Carter is immediately prohibited from practicing medicine in the state.

Tennesseans Warned to Avoid Oysters Harvested from Mississippi Area 2C

Released on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 - 4:11 pm under

Mississippi Oysters Linked to Illness of 11 TN Restaurant Patrons

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health warns Tennesseans to avoid oysters harvested Feb. 24 through March 17, 2009 from Mississippi Growing Area 2C. Consumers and retailers concerned about oysters purchased during this period should contact the place of purchase to determine the origin of the shellfish. TDOH and Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department officials have linked two outbreaks of norovirus infection to oysters harvested from this area in 2009.

Eat Healthy on a Budget With Simple Tips

Released on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 - 9:45 am under

March is National Nutrition Month

NASHVILLE – When money is tight and time is short, it may seem impossible to maintain a balanced diet. As families under economic stress work to stretch their food dollars, they may abandon good health. The Department of Health is reminding Tennesseans during National Nutrition Month this March that mealtime can be both healthful and affordable.
 

Admissions To Golden Living Center Mountain View Suspended

Released on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 - 1:30 pm under

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN, has suspended new admissions of residents to the Golden Living Center Mountain View nursing home effective March 17, 2009, and imposed a one-time state civil monetary penalty of $5,000. The state also has recommended that the federal civil penalty be imposed at $3,050 a day until the violations are corrected. A special monitor has been appointed to review the facility’s operations.

Hillcrest West Nursing Home Admissions Suspension Lifted

Released on Tue, Mar 17, 2009 - 5:00 am under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Health announces that the suspension of admissions at Hillcrest West nursing home has been lifted. The facility is a 194-bed licensed nursing home located at 6801 Middlebrook Pike in Knoxville.

Tennesseans Warned of Home Poisoning Risks

Released on Fri, Mar 13, 2009 - 3:00 pm under

Poison Prevention Week is March 16-22

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Department of Health is working to educate Tennesseans about the dangers of death and injury from poisoning, as part of the national observance of Poison Prevention Week, March 16-22, 2009. Poisoning is the third leading cause of injury in Tennessee.
 

State Breast and Cervical Screening Program Receives Komen Funding

Released on Mon, Mar 09, 2009 - 9:28 am under

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Breast and Cervical Screening Program has received a $35,000 grant from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation’s Chattanooga affiliate. The funding will be used to provide breast screening services for eligible women in the 10 counties of the Department of Health’s Southeast region.

Admissions To Hillcrest West Nursing Home Suspended

Released on Wed, Mar 04, 2009 - 10:58 am under

Knox County Nursing Home Cited For Violations

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN, has suspended new admissions of residents to the Hillcrest West nursing home effective March 3, 2009, and imposed a one-time state civil monetary penalty of $5,000. A special monitor has been appointed to review the facility’s operations.

Help Save Lives Through Black HIV/Aids Awareness Day

Released on Thu, Feb 05, 2009 - 5:36 pm under

New Tennessee Sites Now Provide HIV Rapid Testing

NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed Saturday, February 7th, 2009 as National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD) in Tennessee, as the Tennessee Department of Health joins the nation in recognizing this important health observance. This year’s theme is “Black Life Is Worth Saving: Get Educated. Get Tested. Get Involved. Get Treated.”

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