October 18, 2026
Health
Power of Seafood tastes
By Nicole Pazdziorko, RDN, LDN Courtesy of Food City National Seafood Month – Pescetarian Diet October celebrates National Seafood Month. Great for health at any age, fish… Login to continue reading Login…
Three Ballad Health hospitals recognized nationally for excellence in stroke care
From Contributed Reports JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — The American Heart Association recognized three Ballad Health hospitals for excellence in stroke care in 2026. Bristol Regional… Login to continue reading Login…
Tennova Healthcare and UT Medical Announce Coordinated Cancer Care Program in East Tennessee
From Contributed Reports KNOXVILLE, Tenn.– Tennova Healthcare, one of East Tennessee’s most trusted hospital systems, and UT Medical, the region’s provider of academic cancer care,… Login to continue reading Login…
ETHRA seeks public input for transportation feasibility study
By Drew C. Robinson Tribune Staff Writer The East Tennessee Human Resource Agency is seeking public input through a survey to help determine the feasibility… Login to continue reading Login…
Tastes Nourishing Autumn Foods
By Nicole Pazdziorko, RDN, LDN Courtesy of Food City Fall is the perfect time to lean into warm and comforting dishes. Hearty soups, stews, curries… Login to continue reading Login…
Ballad Health’s mobile 3D mammography unit to offer screenings across the Appalachian Highlands in October
From Contributed Reports JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — Ballad Health’s mobile 3D mammography unit will make stops throughout the Appalachian Highlands in October, bringing convenient breast… Login to continue reading Login…
Hancock County Health Department Offering Free Flu Shots Oct. 20th for Fight Flu TN 2026
From Contributed Reports Sneedville, Tenn. – The Hancock County Health Department of the Tennessee Department of Health will be providing free flu shots, from 8:00… Login to continue reading Login…
HealthStar offers reduced-cost mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
By Lane MooreTribune CorrespondentFor women without insurance or with limited insurance coverage, the cost of routine health screenings can sometimes become a reason to put… Login to continue reading Login…
Covenant Health Names Matt Sturm Senior Vice President of Oncology Services
KNOXVILLE, Tenn.– Covenant Health has named nationally experienced oncology strategist Matt Sturm as senior vice president of oncology services, strengthening the organization’s leadership team as… Login to continue reading Login…
All Nine Covenant Health Acute-Care Hospitals Receive Tennessee Hospital Association Zero Harm Awards
From Contributed Reports KNOXVILLE, Tenn.– All nine acute-care hospitals within Covenant Health have received 2025 Zero Harm Awards from the Tennessee Hospital Association (THA). The… Login to continue reading Login…