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- The Tennessee Tribune | Dr. Joseph Webb.
- Now experts are calling for walkable communities, improved housing, and access to health care and better food, particularly in minority communities.
- The Tennessean | Joseph Webb, Guest Columnist
- TN Tribune: Nashville General, a national leading public safety net hospital, announced today they have been ranked #1 in the State of Tennessee
- By Joel Stinnett – Senior Reporter, Nashville Business Journal
- Lisa Sampson, RN of Nashville General Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses.
- Dr. Joseph Webb talks funding, location for new building
- Exercise and sports are a great way to get and stay healthy. With proper preparation you can enjoy these activities and limit the risk of injury.
- Protect your skin this summer to avoid sunburns and lower your risk of skin cancer.
- The doctor says, “You have cancer.” It is at that moment that your journey as a cancer survivor begins.
- In addition to affecting your mental health, stress can also take a toll on your physical health.
- At least 50% of premature male deaths could be prevented by taking action when early symptoms arise.
- Hafsa Ismail, BSN, RN of Nashville General Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses . The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day.
- A recent study of 150,000 men shows that men with erectile dysfunction have a higher risk for heart disease and stroke.
- Erectile dysfunction is associated with metabolic syndrome, a variety of risk factors that can be managed through healthier lifestyle choices.
- “If you are serious about your health and willing to give up the things that make you sick, I can work with you to improve your health and transform your life.” Dr. Kevin Billups, MD
- April is National Minority Health Month, a time to highlight the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minorities and reducing health disparities.
- Rick Colomitz, ADN, RN, NREMT of Nashville General Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses.
- March is National Nutrition Month®. This is a great time to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthier eating habits.
- A good night’s sleep is one of the easiest ways to prepare for and recover from surgery. Sleep can help you stay healthy and your body heal.
- February is American Heart Month. This is a great time to focus on heart-healthy habits that can help protect your heart and lead to a healthier lifestyle.
- Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally. This disease claims the lives of 300,000 women each year, one every two minutes. Many of these deaths are unnecessary since cervical cancer is almost completely preventable and if diag
- Accredited for 80 consecutive years, Nashville General Hospital is the second-oldest accredited cancer program in Nashville.
- There are more than 322,000 pharmacists in the United States. In addition to dispensing medications, these trained medical professionals play an important role as part of your healthcare team.