Safety Partners Sign Plan to Reduce Traffic Deaths in Tennessee

Released on Wed, Sep 30, 2009 - 7:27 am under
TDOT Chief Engineer Paul Degges joins several agencies in signing the Strategic Highway Safety Plan
TDOT Chief Engineer Paul Degges joins several agencies in signing the Strategic Highway Safety Plan
Agencies Announce New Coalition Program to Assist Senior Drivers
 
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Transportation Commissioner Gerald Nicely joined representatives from the Governor’s Highway Safety Office, Department of Safety, Department of Health, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, AARP, AAA Auto Club South, and a number of other highway safety partners to sign a new Strategic Highway Safety Plan for Tennessee on Wednesday, September 30. The goal of the new plan is to reduce the number of fatalities in Tennessee by 10% by 2012.

Fight Breast Cancer with Early Detection

Released on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 - 1:16 pm under

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

NASHVILLE – This October, the Department of Health is urging all Tennessee women over the age of 40 to get a clinical breast exam and mammogram as part of the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These tests are the best method for finding cancer early and offering protection against the disease by leading women to get treatment before the cancer is in advanced stages. The survival rate is greater than 95 percent for women whose breast cancer is found at an early stage.

Health Commissioner Receives Flu Vaccination, Stresses The Importance To Prevent Flu

Released on Fri, Sep 25, 2009 - 12:08 pm under

State Health Department Launches Flu Information Line

NASHVILLE – Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN today reiterated the importance for everyone who can to get vaccinated to prevent the flu. Cooper demonstrated the simplicity of the process by receiving her own seasonal flu vaccine.

Alcohol and Drug Crisis Services Open in East and West Tennessee

Released on Thu, Sep 24, 2009 - 11:32 am under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities announces the opening of four medically-monitored crisis detoxification units in East and West Tennessee. The units are operating out of community mental health and alcohol and drug agencies in Chattanooga, Jackson, Knoxville and Memphis. A fifth unit will open later this year in Nashville to serve Middle Tennessee.

TennCare Completes Statewide Medical and Behavioral Health Integration

Released on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 - 8:03 am under

NASHVILLE — The Bureau of TennCare announced today that BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee (BCBST) will take over behavioral health care for enrollees receiving services through TennCare Select. This transition to using a single managed care entity to provide all of the care an enrollee needs, including physical and behavioral health coverage, marks TennCare’s completion of the shift to a fully-integrated service delivery model.

TDA Awards TAEP Community Tree Planting Grants

Released on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 - 1:59 pm under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture recently awarded more than $252,000 in Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program forestry grants. The grants will assist cities and towns in maintaining and increasing their tree resource.

“Our urban forests are an important resource and, managed properly, can help reduce heat buildup, control storm water and improve the quality of life in our urban environment,” said state Agriculture Commissioner Ken Givens. “This program is making a difference by helping our cities and communities maximize the benefit of this vital and often underutilized resource.”

Bredesen Launches FindHelpTN to Provide Centralized Information for State Programs

Released on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 - 12:29 pm under

Web Site Smoothes Eligibility and Application Process for Assistance Programs

NASHVILLE — Governor Phil Bredesen today unveiled FindHelpTN, a Web-based eligibility screening tool designed to connect Tennesseans with social service programs and resources.
 
“Anyone who has tried to help someone find or apply for social service programs knows how challenging the process can be,” Governor Bredesen said. “FindHelpTN provides case workers, advocates, clergy or family members and individuals themselves with access to a single source of information to identify programs for which someone may qualify.”

Tennessee WIC Program Brings More to the Table

Released on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 - 11:33 am under

Supplemental Food Packages Change October 1, 2009

NASHVILLE – Participants enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, known as WIC, are preparing for an exciting change. The food packages are changing effective October 1, 2009 to better meet the nutritional needs of WIC families. New foods will include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, soy products and baby foods.

Bredesen Announces Aeronautics Grants for Eight Tennessee Airports

Released on Fri, Sep 18, 2009 - 9:11 am under
NASHVILLE—Governor Phil Bredesen announced today that federal and state aeronautics grants totaling $479,850 have been approved for eight Tennessee airports.
 
“Our local airports are vital to the economy and travel system of Tennessee,” said Bredesen. “Investing in our airports helps keep them competitive and efficient at meeting the needs of businesses and travelers.”
 
Airports receiving grants include (click on each link for details):

Bredesen Promotes Imagination Library Week in Tennessee

Released on Thu, Sep 17, 2009 - 11:53 am under

Program Celebrates 57 Percent Enrollment; Dollar General Stores Assist with Registration Events

NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen is urging communities across the state to celebrate the benefits of books for young children during the fourth annual Imagination Library Week in Tennessee. Bredesen proclaimed Sept. 13-19 as Imagination Library Week, which is full of events aimed at boosting enrollment and community investment across the state.
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