Coronavirus: Nashville Mayor Releases Statement On COVID-19 Response Measures

"I am asking for specific, short-term action to be taken effective immediately."

Coronavirus Pushes Nashville Hospital To Share Information About Stocks Of Protective Gear

Masks, gloves and other equipment are crucial as health care workers face the COVID-19 outbreak.

The Joint Chiropractic – Hendersonville to Host Grand Opening

-Experience Chiropractic's Natural, Drug-Free Approach to Healthcare-

Increase Of Fatal Overdoses Linked To Fentanyl In Nashville

The Metro Public Health Dept (MPHD) is monitoring an increase of fatal drug overdoses involving fentanyl that have occurred in the county.

Speakers Series Highlights Nashville's Mental Health Needs

Today, Nashville Health and the Metro Public Health Department hosted national and local leaders for a community-wide conversation.

‘Food Pharmacies’ In TN Clinics: When The Diagnosis Is Chronic Hunger

There’s a new question that anti-hunger advocates in Nashville want doctors and nurses to ask patients: Do you have enough food?

Expert Uncovers E-Cigarette Dangers at Nashville LUNG FORCE Expo

A leading tobacco control expert will address the e-cigarette epidemic on November 22 at the LUNG FORCE Expo.

Nashville Woman with Stage IV Lung Cancer Reaches New Heights

Sandy Bowles is participating in the Fight For Air Climb at the 505 to raise awareness of lung cancer.

Shinning a Light on Lung Disease in Tennessee at LUNG FORCE Expo

American Lung Association hosts LUNG FORCE Expo in Nashville on November 22.

Nashville Firefighters to Climb 45 Floors in 50 Pounds of Gear

Firefighters from across the state will participate in Nashville’s biggest stair climb while carrying 50-75 pounds.

Planet Fitness Hosting Grand Opening of Lebanon Gym, Sept. 19

Community invited for ribbon cutting, free workouts & exercise class, food, prizes and special membership offer

Nashville Event Includes Vertical Mile, Celebrities & Block Party

Fight For Air Climb at 505 set for November 2

Coordinating Mind-Body Care Might Help Medicaid Save Money, Lives

The goal is to save state and federal governments money while improving the health of patients like John Poynter of Clarksville, Tenn.

Planet Fitness Offers Teens Free Summer Workouts near Nashville

Fitness club launches national initiative to help youth meet minimum recommended requirement for physical activity

Planet Fitness Opening “Judgement Free” Gym in Lebanon

Join for as low as $10 a month with no commitment

Planet Fitness Hosting Grand Opening of Two Gyms in Rutherford Co

Mar. 27 events to feature food, fun, prizes, entertainment and $1,000 donation to Boys & Girls Clubs

Tennessee Hospital Safety Grades Released For Fall 2018

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades. See what your hospital scored.

Nashville Among Top 10 Cities For Retirement On U.S. News List

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2019 list of the best places in America to retire.

Obesity In TN: New Maps Show How Common It Is

Obesity prevalence in the U.S. “remains high,” according to new self-reported data released by the CDC.

Best Hospitals In Tennessee: New U.S. News Rankings

U.S. News and World Report has released its 2018-19 rankings of best hospitals in the country.

Hand, Foot And Mouth Disease Diagnoses Increase In Midstate: Doc

A Vanderbilt doctor says he's seeing more cases of hand, foot and mouth disease than ever before.

Tennessee Obamacare Insurers Cutting Premiums

The biggest insurance companies providing coverage to Tennesseans using the ACA exchanges will cut premiums for the first time.

Nashville Bar Employee Tests Positive For Hepatitis: Health Dept.

An employee at Germantown's The Back Corner tested positive for hepatitis, the health department reported Tuesday.

Nashville Hepatitis Outbreak Grows

Nashville's health department reports there are now 41 cases of hepatitis associated with this year's ongoing outbreak.

34 Cases Of Hepatitis Confirmed In Nashville Outbreak

Nashville's hepatitis outbreak continues apace as the health department ramps up vaccination efforts.

Snail-Borne Potomac Horse Fever Confirmed In Davidson County

Tennessee's state veterinarian is urging horse owners to protect their animals from Potomac horse fever and strangles.

Nashville Hepatitis Outbreak Spreading

There are now 26 confirmed cases of hepatitis, including the first two in the homeless population, in Davidson County's ongoing outbreak.

Five-Year Cancer Survivor from Puryear Celebrates Life

Survivors from across the Country Gathered for a Celebration of Hope and a Commemorative Tree Planting Ceremony

Check Your Melon: Salmonella Outbreak Spreads To Middle Tennessee

The CDC says pre-cut fruit, including various melons, sold in Middle Tennessee might be infected with salmonella.

Nashville Hepatitis Outbreak Could Continue 'For Months'

There are now 23 confirmed cases of hepatitis A in Davidson County, the health department reported Thursday, including four at the jail.

CMA Fest: At Least 260 Treated For 'Heat-Related Illnesses'

The Country Music Association said hundreds of people were treated for heat-related illnesses during the annual CMA Fest.

Nashville Hepatitis Update: Outbreak Spreads To Jail

The Metro Health Department announced that there are now 18 cases of hepatitis A in the outbreak of the disease, including two jail inmates.

Hepatitis A Outbreak Hits Nashville

Metro health officials urge people who belong to at-risk groups to get vaccinations against hepatitis A, but is there enough to go around?

As Opioid Deaths Climb, Tennessee Joins OxyContin Suit

Tennessee is one of six states suing Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, as opioid lawsuits proliferate nationally.

Nashville Rescue Mission Needs Water

With earlier than usual 90-degree days, bottled water supplies at the Nashville Rescue Mission have taken a hit.

Emissions Tests To Continue In Nashville For Now

Despite a state law ending required auto emissions tests, Davidson County will continue with the program after a Metro Council vote.

How Fat Is Tennessee Compared To Other States?

A new report ranked the most and least obese states in the country. See how Tennessee fared.

Tick-Borne Diseases On The Rise In Tennessee, US: CDC

A new report sheds light on the rise in tick-borne disease cases in the U.S.

HIV Down, But Geographically Concentrated: Rates In Tennessee

New HIV infection rates are down 18 percent, but progress lags in some areas of the country. Here’s the picture in Tennessee.

Cases Of 'Nightmare Bacteria' Reported In Tennessee: CDC

A CDC study found that the antibiotic resistant germs can "spread like wildfire" and result in infections that are impossible to treat