Health

Kidney Cancer Awareness highlighted in Grainger County Cancer Connect newsletter
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County Cancer Connect is encouraging residents to learn more about kidney cancer during Kidney Cancer Awareness Month this March through its latest… Login to continue reading Login…

Grainger County Health Department now offering adult sick visits
RUTLEDGE – The Grainger County Health Department is expanding access to care by now offering sick visits for adults, providing residents with a convenient option… Login to continue reading Login…

Hometown Medical Clinic welcomes new provider Karen Hobbs to expand patient care
BEAN STATION – Residents in Grainger County and the surrounding Lakeway area now have expanded access to primary care services as Hometown Medical Clinic has… Login to continue reading Login…

Chair Yoga Program in Grainger County postponed until March 18
RUTLEDGE – Residents looking for a gentle way to improve flexibility, balance and overall wellness will soon have the opportunity to participate in a free… Login to continue reading Login…

Monitoring blood pressure key to protecting heart health
RUTLEDGE – Health officials are encouraging residents to pay closer attention to their blood pressure as part of maintaining good heart health. The Tennessee Department… Login to continue reading Login…

Grainger High School to host MEDIC Blood Drive March 13
RUTLEDGE – MEDIC Regional Blood Center will host a blood drive at Grainger High School on Friday, March 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.… Login to continue reading Login…

Cancer Connect partners with Faith Fitness to launch free survivor wellness program
RUTLEDGE – Grainger County Cancer Connect has announced a new partnership with Faith Fitness to launch “Survive + Thrive,” a cancer survivor fitness program designed… Login to continue reading Login…
Ladies wellness walking club promotes health and connection in Grainger County
RUTLEDGE – As spring approaches and longer days begin to return, women across Grainger County will soon have an opportunity to focus on movement, motivation… Login to continue reading Login…
Ladies wellness walking club returns to Rutledge this spring
RUTLEDGE – With spring just around the corner, local women will soon have an opportunity to focus on fitness, fellowship and fresh air as the… Login to continue reading Login…

State expands free “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” program to include carbon monoxide detectors
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office have announced an expansion of the free “Get Alarmed,… Login to continue reading Login…
