September heat remains dangerous as hundreds seek emergency care in Shelby County
September may have arrived, but doctors are warning Mid-South residents not to let their guard down as dangerous heat continues across the area.
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UTHSC gets investment to support doctors in West Tennessee
The University of Tennessee’s Health and Science Center is getting a major investment to support doctors in West Tennessee.
UTHSC receives nearly $2.5 million for medical research
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center will receive nearly $2.5 million in grants to support medical research.
Mid-South mayor shares colon cancer diagnosis, urges others to get screened
A Mid-South mayor is sharing a message that could save lives after a diagnosis he said he never saw coming.
Three Memphis-based medical research centers awarded more than $7.6M in grants, congressman says
Three Memphis-based medical research centers, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, were awarded more than $7.6 million in grants, Congressman Steve Cohen said.
Toothache turns life-threatening for Mid-South woman, doctors warn of serious infection
What started as a simple toothache for a Mid-South woman quickly turned into a life-threatening medical emergency, highlighting the importance of oral health and paying attention to warning signs.
Doctors notice concerning trend of women skipping health screenings
Doctors said they’re seeing a concerning trend among women: more are delaying or skipping routine health screenings that could help detect serious health issues early.
Childhood obesity reaches record high in U.S., health experts say
Childhood obesity in the United States has reached its highest level on record, and Mid-South health experts say they are seeing weight-related health problems in children younger than ever.