Revamped Frayser Urban Community Garden on the verge of running out of funding
Due to changing administrations, the future of the funding for a Frayser garden revamped from a crime ridden lot has come into question.
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Here’s everything you need to know about free back-to-school vaccines and health services in Shelby County
The start of school is less than two weeks away for Memphis-Shelby County Schools students, and Shelby County Health Department (SCHD) is working to help families get the vaccines and medical services they need to get back to school.
UTHSC doctor hopeful over-the-counter birth control will positively impact Shelby County
Federal officials approved the nation’s first over-the-counter birth control pill Thursday morning. The daily birth control pill, Opill, can now be sold legally over the counter at drug stores, allowing women and girls to quickly get birth control without seeing a doctor first. With about half of U.S. pregnancies being unintended, the future looks promising… Read More
Mental Health Day of Action: How mental health factors into drug use and youth crime
Mental health experts are sounding the alarm about just how much mental health has to do with drug use and youth crime. Thursday is mental health day of action. Instead of just talking about the importance of good mental health. The day encourages us all to do something. Psychiatrist Altha Stewart, Dean of Community Health Engagement… Read More
UTHSC unveils its new mobile health unit to help rural communities
Healthcare is vital to everyone’s life, but access is not always there. The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is making strides in ensuring rural communities get the care they need. What looks like your average charter bus is healthcare on wheels. UTHSC unveiled its Mobile Health Unit Thursday, providing healthcare where it’s needed most.
860 graduate with degrees in medical fields during UTHSC commencement ceremonies
The next generation of medical professionals are taking their first steps into the world. The University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis held its commencement ceremonies Monday and Tuesday.
Memphis dentist helps prepare children interested in medical careers
One Memphis doctor is training up the next generation of medical professionals through the program Determined to be a Doctor Someday. Children from around Memphis gathered at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center Tuesday. They all want to pursue a career in medicine, and Dr. Christina Rosenthal is helping them get there.
Shelby County Mayor proposes property tax cut & hike on vehicle registration fees in 2023 budget
The mayor said the budget also provides for $427.4 million for the county’s seven municipal school systems, which he tweeted was “the highest level of funding for schools likely in Shelby County’s history.” Harris also proposed $350 million over five years for rebuilding Regional One Health. He said if approved, it would be the first… Read More