Tennessee News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Apr 3, 2024 - Highlights the challenges with access mental healthcare in rural communities. Describes a rural Tennessee program aiming to connect people with mental health needs in jails with local resources, noting that hospital closures limits healthcare options. Discusses mental health and other re-entry services offered after successful grant funding to fill gaps in care.
Source: NewsChannel 5
Mar 14, 2024 - Funding for rural Federally Qualified Health Centers in Tennessee and across the South has been awarded for installing solar panels and battery systems. The mini grid systems will allow the facilities to continue offering critical services during power outages.
Source: WPLN, NPR
Feb 20, 2024 - Highlights an oncology practice launching a community-based participatory research project related to breast and prostate cancer telehealth care in rural Tennessee. The project will address barriers to care and includes Community Advisory Boards (CABs) to identify challenges and best practices. Discusses disparities in telehealth access for rural residents and the importance of community engagement in the project.
Source: Victoria Advocate
Last Updated: 4/3/2024