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🦠📈 Tennessee contributing to record surge in measles cases, per the New York Times

People & kids suffering preventable diseases. That’s the consequence of TN Republicans spending five years vilifying science, doctors and vaccines www.nytimes.com/2025/07/09/w...
July 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Tennessee's Fiscal Review Committee just postponed a $22 million contract over concerns about its hefty price tag and lack of justification—what's at stake for rural health funding?

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Committee defers $22 million "Find Help" expansion after members demand cost justification
The Fiscal Review Committee voted to defer a sole-source, multiyear Department of Health contract with Find Help (Aunt Bertha) for TennesseeCommunity Compass after members said the proposed cost needed clearer justification and a smaller alternative proposal; the motion passed on a roll-call vote.
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September 26, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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Tennessee is facing a staggering 548% surge in congenital syphilis cases, prompting lawmakers to push for critical new testing requirements to protect mothers and their infants.

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Tennessee updates syphilis testing requirements to combat rising congenital cases
Legislation mandates additional syphilis and hepatitis screenings during pregnancy in Tennessee.
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February 18, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Tennessee's health crisis deepens as alarming vaping trends among youth spark fears of rising heart disease and cancer, alongside a troubling decline in vaccination rates.

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Health officials warn of rising cancer and heart disease linked to tobacco use
Officials discuss urgent need to address tobacco and vaccination decline impacting public health.
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February 10, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Tennessee's Health Department is seeking $206.9 million for a groundbreaking five-year Rural Health Transformation plan, but lawmakers are raising crucial questions about sustainability and project clarity.

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Health Department outlines $206.9M first-year plan for federal rural health grant; lawmakers press for sustainability and oversight
The Department of Health asked the finance committee to approve use of a CMS Rural Health Transformation award (about $206.9 million for year one) as part of a five-year plan that includes competitive and noncompetitive components; senators questioned sustainability, benchmarks, procurement and the plan's scope across 17 initiatives.
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February 25, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Tennessee's health department just approved a massive contract boost for rural health transformation and vital records management—what does this mean for the future of healthcare in the state?

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Health department increases contracts for rural transformation, newborn screening and vital records
The Department of Health won committee approval to increase Accenture's rural health transformation contract, renew newborn screening reagent and suite contracts, and award a sole‑source maintenance contract for the vital records system to ManTech.
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August 18, 2026 at 11:04 AM
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Tennessee confirms two additional measles cases bringing statewide total to 6
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed two more measles cases, bringing the statewide total to six.
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April 19, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Measles outbreak spreads throughout country, 4 confirmed cases in Tennessee
As the measles outbreak spreads from state to state, Tennessee has confirmed four cases in the upper central portion of the state, according to the Tennessee Department of Health.
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April 13, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Tennessee's House Health Committee just passed a bill that could shake up healthcare competition by eliminating regional oversight—are patient protections at risk?

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Committee advances bill to end COPPA and align CON timing in Northeast Tennessee
The House Health Committee voted to advance HB 2278, a bill that removes regional COPPA oversight and shifts regulatory oversight to the attorney general; an amendment passed to dissolve Certificate of Need (CON) requirements in the COPPA footprint and convert them to licensure timing to introduce competition in Northeast Tennessee.
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April 1, 2026 at 3:50 AM
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The Tennessee House Health Committee has just advanced a wide-ranging slate of health bills, including significant measures on stem cell therapy, childcare workforce age changes, and lead testing for WIC participants.

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House Health Committee advances broad package of health bills including stem cell, nursing oversight and workforce measures
The committee advanced a suite of health bills ranging from stem cell therapy guardrails to nursing education oversight, childcare funding pilots, licensure consolidation debate and multiple administrative cleanups; most passed by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.
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April 1, 2026 at 3:49 AM
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Tennessee is taking a bold step towards efficiency in healthcare with the CORE Act, aiming to streamline multiple licensing boards under one umbrella for faster, cost-effective services.

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Committee advances CORE Act to centralize certain health licensure functions
Leader Johnson's administration bill, titled the CORE Act, would consolidate several smaller health licensing boards under a commissioner-issued licensing agency in the Department of Health; the bill passed the committee and will move to the calendar after departmental testimony affirmed cost and efficiency benefits.
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March 26, 2026 at 11:53 AM
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Tennessee is taking a bold step to streamline health licensing processes by centralizing functions within the Department of Health, aiming to eliminate delays caused by board quorum issues!

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Tennessee committee advances bill to centralize some health licensing functions
The Health and Welfare Committee approved an amendment and advanced Senate Bill 2227, a governor-backed measure to centralize certain licensure and rulemaking functions in the Department of Health and allow commissioner-issued licenses for some professions to reduce delays caused by boards that lack quorums.
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March 18, 2026 at 2:08 AM
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Tennessee's Department of Health is pushing for a groundbreaking $24 million budget to expand dental care, stabilize HIV coverage, and enhance rural health initiatives!

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Department of Health seeks millions for dental access, Ryan White insurance coverage and rural health; committee forwards budget
The Department of Health presented an FY27 request including $24M for the Healthy Smiles dental pilot, continued LMU dental support, an $18M increase for the Ryan White Insurance Assistance Program to cover premium spikes, naloxone purchases and rural health transformation projects; the committee voted to send the budget to Finance.
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March 12, 2026 at 3:32 AM
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Tennessee's Senate Health Committee just advanced a series of impactful bills that could reshape healthcare and support local producers—are you ready for the changes?

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Senate Health Committee reports several professional and technical bills to the calendar
The committee advanced a set of technical and professional bills including a nurse/physician nutrition CE requirement, a honey‑producer retail threshold change, podiatry practice modernization and a respite‑care exemption expansion; votes were recorded and each bill was sent to calendar or the next committee.
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February 19, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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Tennessee's House Health Committee is grappling with a controversial bill that could hold out-of-state abortion-pill suppliers legally accountable, amid harrowing testimonies from women affected by these drugs.

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House Health committee hears bill targeting out-of-state abortion-pill shipments, rolls measure three weeks
The House Health Full Committee heard a proposal to create a cause of action for families of unborn children allegedly harmed by out-of-state abortion-pill suppliers and testimony from a pregnancy-center director; the committee then rolled House Bill 5 for three weeks.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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Tennessee officials are making headlines with a new law banning phones in classrooms and securing over $200 million annually to boost rural healthcare!

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Tennessee leaders point to classroom phone ban and new rural health dollars during HHS visit
Tennessee legislative leaders used the HHS visit to highlight a new law banning phones during instruction, a SNAP waiver, and what they described as more than $200 million per year for rural health under a federal transformation act.
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February 7, 2026 at 10:42 PM
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is taking bold steps to tackle rising drug costs and chronic health issues, promising lower prices and innovative AI solutions for Medicare fraud.

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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visits Tennessee, pledges drug‑price cuts, AI fraud fights and rural health funding
On a Tennessee visit, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlined federal steps he said will lower drug prices, expand rural health funding and use AI to detect Medicare/Medicaid fraud; he also previewed an April report on baby‑formula contaminants and urged diet-based prevention strategies for child health.
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February 7, 2026 at 10:41 PM
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Tennessee's Joint Committee just voted unanimously to extend the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact for eight more years, ensuring seamless access to care across state lines!

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Joint committee approves eight-year extension for Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Committee votes unanimously to extend Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact until February 1934.
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June 20, 2025 at 2:27 AM
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Tennessee is set to revolutionize organ donation awareness with House Bill 427, aiming to educate the public on the life-saving benefits and insurance implications of becoming a living donor.

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Tennessee Health Department to educate on living organ donation by July 2025
Tennessee Health Department plans public education on living organ donation benefits and insurance access.
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April 9, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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Tennessee's new House Bill 1310 may revolutionize food safety standards, but could less frequent inspections put public health at risk?

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Tennessee General Assembly revises health code with House Bill 1310 amendments
Tennessee amends health code regulations to adjust food inspection frequency.
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April 1, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Tennessee's Health Committee just made a groundbreaking move by unanimously approving House Bill 533, safeguarding access to fertility treatments and contraceptives for all!

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Tennessee committee advances House Bill 533 on fertility treatment rights
Committee votes unanimously to support House Bill 533, affirming rights to fertility treatments.
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March 25, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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Tennessee's health outcomes rank among the lowest in the nation, but state leaders are urging for investment and collaboration to spark transformative change.

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Tennessee health department outlines plan to improve poor health outcomes
The Tennessee Department of Health seeks investment to enhance local health services and outcomes.
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March 13, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Tennessee's Health Committee just took major steps to revolutionize healthcare access, approving pivotal bills that promise better post-transplant care and expanded pharmacy services for residents.

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Tennessee committee approves bills on transplant care and pharmacy services expansion
Tennessee lawmakers advance House Bills 395 and 693 enhancing transplant care and pharmacy practices.
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March 4, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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Tennessee's health future is at a crossroads as federal funding uncertainties raise alarm bells for vital vaccination programs.

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Medical experts call for review of federal indemnity levels for vaccinations
Experts question the sustainability of federal indemnity payments for vaccination programs.
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March 4, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Tennessee is taking a bold step to combat alpha gal syndrome, a hidden health crisis affecting thousands, but will it be enough to raise awareness and protect those impacted?

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Tennessee legislature adds alpha gal syndrome to reportable diseases list
Legislation aims to improve tracking and awareness of alpha gal syndrome in Tennessee.
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February 20, 2025 at 12:59 AM