A family history: Genetic testing can identify inherited cancers
Kathy Shelby was 8 years old the first time cancer crept into her Christmas.
New tax bill’s scrapping of individual mandate sparks concerns
Questions about the potential impact of the new Republican tax bill are flying, but one of the biggest changes under the bill President Donald Trump signed Friday concerns health care, not taxes.
Is the Chattanooga region prepared for a public health emergency?
New report says Tennessee, Georgia have some work to do
New guidance aims to clarify patient privacy rules
All health information isn't protected equally, and understanding the nuances of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPAA, is important for providers and caretakers, particularly in an emergency situation - like an opioid overdose.
Vaccinations encouraged as flu season ramps up
The number of people seeking medical treatment for influenza-like illnesses spiked in the latest flu report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with Georgia and Alabama seeing moderate flu activity and Tennessee experiencing minimal activity.
Children’s Hospital at Erlanger using Brave Gowns to empower young patients
Colin Sanders, 11, didn't need help feeling brave and strong as he lugged boxes filled with new hospital gowns and posed as a muscle-ripped surfer dude in Children's Hospital at Erlanger on Wednesday.
New device would be monumental for stroke care, health experts say
Every second matters when treating stroke, and local research to develop a portable diagnostic tool could help detect the problem faster, saving precious time, brain cells and lives.
Erlanger reviewing UT’s conformance to affiliation agreement
The Erlanger Board of Trustees directed executive management to review and enforce the terms of the hospital's affiliation agreement with the University of Tennessee and its Health Sciences Center, after unanimously approving a resolution during its November meeting.
Workforce scrambles to keep up with aging population
The region's health care industry is greeting an influx of older adults at the same time it's bidding a significant portion of its workforce farewell, creating opportunities for youngsters to enter the arena - if they can be trained fast enough.
Affordable Care Act enrollment outpacing last year’s sign-ups
The number of people enrolling in Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2018 coverage is outpacing last year, according to a government report released Wednesday.