Health

July Celebrates Parks and Recreation Month

July marks the nationwide celebration of Parks and Recreation Month with various activities and initiatives.

Mayor O’Connell Updates Behavioral Health Council

Nashville's Behavioral Health Council is updated to enhance mental health and addiction support.
Honoring Organ Donors at Tennessee Driver Services Centers
Tennessee recognizes organ donors and recipients with plaques at Driver Services Centers.
DOJ Charges 193 in Health Care Fraud Schemes
DOJ charges 193 individuals for health care fraud, totaling $2.75 billion in false claims.
Tennessee Podiatrist Sentenced for $4M Fraud Scheme
Nathan Lucas sentenced for defrauding Medicare and TennCare with unnecessary foot bath medications.
Four Charged in $15 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
Four individuals face charges for defrauding Medicare of $15 million in Tennessee.
Office of Homeless Services Initiates Extreme Heat Measures
The Office of Homeless Services provides cool rides, bus passes, and encampment support during extreme heat.
Public Hearing on Ballad Health COPA Compliance
Tennessee Department of Health to hold a public hearing on Ballad Health’s COPA compliance on July 18, 2024.
Tennessee Guardsmen Rescue Hiker in Great Smoky Mountains
Tennessee Guardsmen conducted a successful rescue of a hiker in medical distress.
West Nile Virus Detected in Rayon City Mosquito Pool
Metro Public Health Department urges residents to reduce mosquito risk after detecting West Nile Virus.