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Only Middle Tennessee One-Year Paramedic-to-RN Bridge Continues

All Stories, Coffee, Education, Health, Lincoln, Local, Moore, News, Rutherford, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

For those looking to deepen their career in the medical field, Motlow State Community College offers a one-year program that allows Paramedics to obtain an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing. Motlow’s paramedic and nursing programs include active field training experiences such as the College’s recent Simulation Day. Students test their skills in mock scenarios …

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State Launches Back to School Campaign to Prevent Underage Alcohol Consumption

All Stories, Education, Government, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) and Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) are kicking off back-to-school season with important messages about underage drinking for youth and their parents. The campaign which launched this month, features information about alcohol use disorder, risks of underage alcohol consumption, and data on pre and …

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All-Terrain Wheelchair Now Available for Trails at Tims Ford State Park

All Stories, Franklin, Health, Lifestyles, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

Tims Ford State Park is offering something unique for folks that are handicapped. The park has an all-terrain wheelchair that can go on any trail at Tims Ford State Park. If you’re interested in using it, stop by the park office and sign the liability waiver and be on your way to enjoy the trails. …

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‘Kids Count’ Data Show Some Improvement for TN Children

All Stories, Education, Government, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

The annual Kids Count Data Book by the Annie E Casey Foundation ranked Tennessee 36th among the states for children’s well-being. The report found slight improvements in some areas and challenges in others. The Data Book examines factors in four areas: economic well-being, education, health, and family and community. Jonquil Newland, director of media relations for the …

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Saving Lives: CPR, AED Awareness Month in Tennessee

All Stories, Education, Emergency, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

In one year alone, 436,000 Americans die from cardiac arrest. CPR and AED awareness are recognized in June to emphasize the importance of these life-saving skills and encourage more people to learn them. The American Heart Association wants more Tennesseans to learn the proper techniques for performing CPR and using an AED effectively. Dr. Katherine …

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TennCare Changes Could Leave Elderly, Disabled Without Health Benefits

All Stories, Government, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

By Allison Jones, Legal Aid Society For elderly and disabled people, doctor and hospital visits can be a regular part of life, causing a seemingly never-ending stream of medical bills. For those with low incomes, even the portion of those bills not covered by Medicare can be unaffordable. Thankfully, a set of programs known as …

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Lannom Library in Tullahoma Closes until June 8 due to Illness

All Stories, Coffee, Education, Government, Health, Lifestyles, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

For the safety and health of its staff and patrons, Lannom Library in Tullahoma is closed effective immediately until 8 am June 8th. This is due to a severe stomach virus currently plaguing Tullahoma. The library will begin curbside procedures immediately. There will be a maximum of two people in the building to ensure patrons still …

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TN School Districts Urged to Focus On Mental Health Support

All Stories, Education, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and an education advocacy group wants school districts in Tennessee and across the country to focus on critical mental health support. Tennessee ranked 41st in the country when it comes to a higher prevalence of mental illness and lower rates of access to care for youth. Denise Forte, president and CEO of The Education …

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Blood Assurance in Need of Donations

All Stories, Emergency, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

According to Blood Assurance, the local blood supply is in critical need of replenishment. As of Tuesday, the nonprofit had less than a two-day supply of most blood types on its shelves. Blood Assurance calls on those with O-positive, O-negative, A-positive, A-negative, and B-negative blood to schedule an appointment immediately. Blood Assurance officials said the …

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Bedford County Mayor Chad Graham Signs Proclamation for Mental Health Acceptance Day

All Stories, Bedford, Government, Health, Local, News, Top Stories / By Lucky Knott

Bedford County Mayor Chad Graham signed a proclamation Wednesday, April 26, recognizing May 11 as National Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Day in Bedford County. Representatives of Bedford County Schools, Bedford County Health Department, and the not-for-profit TN Voices were on hand for the signing ceremony and discussed the importance of making sure that Bedford County’s …

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