July 19, 2026
Health
Take advantage of okra’s slime to make pillowy Summer Vegetable Scallion Pancakes
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Hancock Health Department to host Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic
It’s not too early to think about back-to-school preparations, especially for children.
Did the milk expire? California bans ‘sell by’ food labels to cut food waste
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — In Kimberley Kausen's home, a passed 'sell by' date on a jug of milk means different things to different family members. For her daughter, it means the jug belongs in the trash. For her husband, it means the milk is still good for a few more days.
Landing to host KickStart Wellness Marketplace
Morristown Landing will host the KickStart Wellness Marketplace on Friday, July 11, bringing together health care providers, wellness organizations and community partners to help local families prepare for a healthy and successful school year.
Health Department rates area restaurants
The Tennessee Department of Health conducts regular inspections of various restaurants, pools and tattoo parlors for cleanliness.
Pay it Forward fitness group donates to Habitat for Humanity
Area non-profits are in better shape after receiving donations through a local fitness group’s mission of generosity.
Noncredit, Allied Health programs planned by Walters State
Walters State’s Division of Workforce Training will offer noncredit career courses in clinical medical assistant, certified nursing assistant, phlebotomy technician, registered dental assistant and medication aide-certified for CNAs and licensed occupational therapy assistants.
Hancock Health Department, agencies provide information to new, expecting parents, families
The Hawkins County Health Department and many community partners will host their Annual Baby Shower for expectant parents and families, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, June. 26, at the Hancock County Health Department, located at 222 Public Health Drive in Sneedville.
Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients
NEW YORK (AP) — On hot afternoons, DeAnna Brandon’s three dogs zag around while she splashes in a backyard kiddie pool with her grandkids. These are the moments the 48-year-old blood cancer survivor cherishes — and wonders if she will get to have in the years to come.
Odds and ends How to stay safe while traveling during extreme heat
BY ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN AND AYA DIAB