TN: Health
TN community health centers see significant growth in patient care
Tennessee's community health centers are vital to the well-being of nearly 428,000 residents, according to new data. The centers must report …
Experts offer health tips for TN kids back in classroom
With Tennessee children back in school, health experts have advice on how parents can prioritize their children's well-being. Medical professionals …
TN offers free diapers through Tenncare, CoverKids
Some Tennessee parents now have access to monthly supplies of free diapers under the state's Medicaid program. TennCare provides coverage for …
TN ofrece pañales gratis a través de Tenncare y CoverKids
Algunos padres de Tennessee tienen ahora acceso a suministros mensuales de pañales gratuitos gracias al programa estatal de Medicaid. TennCare …
Rural TN health centers celebrate National Health Center Week
This is National Health Center Week, highlighting the dedication of people working in 1,400 Community Health Centers across America - including 260 …
Tennesseans could benefit from eliminating medical debt from credit reports
Many Tennesseeans could see higher credit scores if a rule proposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau goes into effect. The proposal would …
TN rural counties show slight improvement in poverty rates
The latest report on the well-being of Tennessee's children noted improvements in some areas and challenges in others. Statewide, child poverty …
East TN health centers' community gardens: More than fresh produce
In rural Tennessee, many residents lack access to healthy, fresh, and affordable food. So, two health center systems in the state are sprouting …
Report: 988 lifeline provides robust support for mental health crisis in Tennessee
A mental health report in Tennessee revealed a strong response rate of 89% for 988 crisis line calls. The report from the advocacy group Inseparable …
Tennessee health centers bridging gap in women's health care services
The Tennessee Primary Care Association and its affiliated community health centers are working to increase accessibility to essential women's health-c…
Kids Count Data Book shows some improvement for TN children
Tennessee ranks in the middle among states for the well-being of its children, at 36th overall in the new Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E…
Nashville superintendent works to nurture students' mental health
In Tennessee and across the country, Black women who are school superintendents are tackling the challenges faced by students from marginalized …