Publisher: Jackson Sun


U of M Lambuth cuts ribbon on physical therapy program facility: ‘Addressing a critical need’

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Addressing the demand for more physical therapists in Tennessee, the University of Memphis at Lambuth held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of its Doctor of Physical Therapy facility.


What is an H-1B visa? How many were issued and which companies in Tennessee have the most

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President Trump announced a new $100,000 application fee for companies seeking H-1B visas for skilled foreign workers.


Lane College partners with the University of Tennessee to expand nursing opportunities

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In collaboration with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Lane College students will now have a direct pathway to continue their education in nursing once receiving their associate’s degree from Lane, a partnership that was announced on Jan. 18.


UT President, Jackson hospital head talk ‘rural’ future of medical care

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University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd and Tennessee Health Science Center Chancellor Peter Buckley, MD, made the rounds this week, traveling the state from west to east, to promote the university’s robust medical network. The tour began at the flagship campus in Memphis, an anchor of UTHSC, a university teaching network that has trained 40% of… Read More


Healthcare workers go where they’re needed, volunteer for 2021 Mission of Mercy

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Dental hygienist Felisa Jackson educated her patient on ways to avoid gum irritation caused by his partial dentures and explained reasons for his mouth sensitivity. Many people, including those who were getting free dental services at the Mission of Mercy this past weekend, are unable to have consistent access to dental care, she said about… Read More


UT’s health schools give state $4 billion shot of economic good

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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center gave the state a $4 billion shot of economic juice last year, a new study estimates. University officials ordered the study to give taxpayers and legislators a new look at UTHSC’s impact beyond training the professionals who staff scores of health facilities. The study suggests tuition paid by… Read More


Local doctor tries to make physical therapy simpler

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Dr. Scott Holmes is a physical therapist who’s seen the effect of mechanical diagnosis and therapy (MDT) in his own life, and he’s gone out on his own to try to have that same effect on others in West Tennessee.


Camp for Children with ADHD

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All Days are Happy Days is sponsored by University or Tennessee Health Science Center, Boling Center for Developmental Disabilities.