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Memphis area researchers awarded $308,000 grant to study dystonia treatments

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Dr. Mohammed Moshahid Khan, PhD, principal investigator and associate professor in the Department of Neurology in the UT Health Science Center College of Medicine, was recently awarded the grant to investigate the role of the gut microbiome for the potential treatment of dystonia, a movement disorder that can cause abnormal postures and involuntary twisting or… Read More


Application open for fellowship that pays high schoolers to learn professional skills

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The fellowship will allow students to earn certifications in health coaching, with training from UTHSC professionals, Microsoft Office and skills in video editing.


Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris host third annual Senior Prom event

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Looking for a time to dance and create an memorable experience? Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris is hosting his third annual Senior Prom.


UTHSC campus police joins “Click it or Ticket” seatbelt advocacy

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Officials at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) say its campus police department is adding its own efforts in collaboration with the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP). “Safety is paramount, and we want everybody to make sure they are wearing their seatbelts to save their lives, the lives of their passengers, and others, should… Read More


Take Back Day asks residents to safely dispose of unwanted medications

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In Shelby County, there are 14 designated places people can take these types of medicines and safely dispose of them, including every Memphis Police Department precinct; both the University of Memphis and University of Tennessee Health Science Center


UT Health Science Center opens new health hub in Soulsville

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A new University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) health hub is opening to create affordable health care for the Soulsville community. UTHSC, the Soulsville Foundation and Soulsville community, and the Kemmons Wilson Family Foundation are partnering to provide wellness options for people of all walks of life.


TN Legislators urged to address physician assistance shortage

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The medical community continues to face an increasing shortage of qualified professionals, including much-needed physician assistants (PA). That gap includes across Tennessee, and is particularly relevant in Memphis, home to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.


COVID cases surge as students head back to the classrooms

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Dr. Sandy Arnold, the chief of pediatric infectious diseases at Le Bonheur Children’s hospital, urges parents not to panic. “I think for kids, COVID has turned out to not be a very serious disease, but I don’t want to underplay it because I still think it is important that children are vaccinated,” she said. “I… Read More