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COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Knoxville: Where to …

Vaccination appointments are available through the Knox County Health Department, local hospital systems, pharmacies and community partners. More points of distribution will be added as supply … See more

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Knox County launches COVID-19 vaccine online …

WEBKnox County launches online appointment portal for COVID-19 vaccinations. NEW: Knox County has opened up an additional 150 appointments for Jan. 19, 20 and 25. See the …

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Knox County Health Department hosts free vaccine clinics …

WEBThe health department will host three vaccine clinics before Christmas to help protect you and your family. 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 20 at the City County Building, 400 …

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Knoxville restaurant inspections: See the latest health scores

WEBThe Knox County Health Department recently evaluated the following restaurants. Restaurant scores may change with follow-up visits; follow-up scores may not be …

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When and where to get the flu shot and RSV, COVID …

WEBThe CDC recommends people age 6 months and older get the flu shot and, if eligible, the updated COVID-19 boosters, which target Omicron variants and …

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Community Thrives: KARM's care clinic is coming along

WEBDeep inside the Knox Area Rescue Ministries just off downtown, one of the city’s most recognizable charities is working to improve access to on-site health care for …

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Flu, COVID-19, RSV on the rise in East Tennessee

WEBAs flu, RSV and COVID-19 are on the rise in Knox County, health care systems respond. Although the arctic blast might have you gathered around a warm …

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Spring in Knoxville means higher pollen counts, rough …

WEBHow to cope with allergies. Knoxville ranks 29th in a list of 2024 U.S. allergy capitals released by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, which identified the …

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Tennessee bill arming teachers in schools: What we know

WEBA new Tennessee bill passed April 23 paves the way for teachers and staff to carry concealed guns in schools. Teachers who wish to carry a gun in the classroom …

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Monkeypox vaccine: Where to get it in Knox County, who …

WEBIf you have symptoms, reach out to your provider and get tested. If someone has questions about vaccine eligibility, they can call KCHD at 865-215-5093. Who needs …

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Find Knoxville jobs in health care, manufacturing, retail

WEBJob postings were up 12.4% from December 2023. The 10 industries with the most job postings were: Health care and social assistance - 1,324. Administrative …

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University of Tennessee partners with ASU, will fix parking on …

WEBSholl started as the interim leader for UT-ORII in June 2023. In this role, Sholl helped UT-ORII launch two new $20 million research initiatives between UT and ORNL.

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Knox County Schools superintendent: Teachers don't need to carry …

WEBKnox County Schools teachers and staffers do not need to carry concealed guns in school, Superintendent Jon Rysewyk said after the district's board meeting April …

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Tennessee says Knox County needs a mental health inpatient …

WEBThe Knox County jail spends about $17,000 a month on mental health medication for approximately 585 inmates with diagnosable mental illness, the resolution …

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Trader Joe's recalls basil sold in Tennessee: What to know

WEBTrader Joe's recalled their Infinite Herbs Organic Basil due to risk of salmonella. The recall includes basil sold in the state of Tennessee. Infinite Herbs …

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Knoxville restaurant inspections: See the latest health scores

WEBViolations. Best Western Hotel Continental Breakfast, 7260 Saddlerack Street: Build up found on bottom of drying rack. 99. Papa Johns, 1819 Lake Avenue: …

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Tennessee opens up access to Narcan in the hope of saving lives

WEBTennessee experienced a major overdose crisis during the chaos of the 2020 pandemic. Fatal drug overdoses increased by 45% between 2019 and 2020, …

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Knoxville budget plan: police raises, new World's Fair Park theater …

WEBUnder Kincannon's proposed budget, officers' annual starting pay would increase to $56,000. Right now, they make $46,424. "We already have the hardest …

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How Knox County will track AMR ambulance services

WEBThe contract started Feb. 1. AMR has benchmarks to meet. Commission will be getting a report from the Health Department on performance. It's my responsibility to …

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TeamHealth co-founder has always worked in the trenches

WEBIn 2016, the company was purchased by Blackstone for $6.1 billion. It's the amalgam of some 20 mergers and acquisitions of complementary businesses. Dr. John …

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University Tennessee chief wellness officer prioritizes mental health

WEB1:24. University of Tennessee System leaders want to prioritize mental health care for students and faculty with the creation of the new chief wellness officer position. Dr. …

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Tuskegee syphilis study and the long-term effect on black men's …

WEBThe Tuskegee syphilis study has long been cited as a reason black men are less likely to seek medical care. Now a University of Tennessee professor has used data …

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AMR’s dedication to community & emergency care in Blount County

WEBAMR also holds National Academy of Emergency Dispatch (NAED) accreditation, and works to integrate itself with local health, government and hospital …

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Report: Vanderbilt ranked nationally, 12 other TN hospitals 'high

WEBVanderbilt was the only Tennessee hospital to be nationally ranked by number in U.S. News and World Report's 2019-2020 Best Hospitals Rankings. It ranked …

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Whistleblower Knoxville diocese priest files complaint

WEBA former priest who is a key witness in a sexual assault lawsuit against the Diocese of Knoxville has filed a complaint against one of the diocese’s attorneys, Knox …

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Opioid crisis: Tennessee doctor surrenders license after state review

WEBFormer Bearden doctor surrenders license after state review of painkiller prescriptions. To the state of Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners, Dr. Frank McNiel …

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