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Current news and new online features from
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May. 7, 2008
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Medical Advances Improve Diagnosis, Treatment of Glaucoma
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To search this article, click on “Edit” on your computer’s menu, select “Find,” and enter your keywords. By Vic Khemsara, M.D. Glaucoma slowly and painlessly steals your eyesight. Th
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May. 7, 2008
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MMC Plans Full Schedule of Classes for All Ages in June
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To search this article, click on “Edit” on your computer’s menu, select “Find,” and enter your keywords.
Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge will offer a wide range of classes in June, including
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May. 5, 2008
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New Technology at MMC Wound Treatment Center Gives Patient Hope After 25 Years
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“Atrophie blanche is an inflammation of the small arteries in the skin caused by the body developing an immune reaction to its own tissue,” says David Stanley, M.D., medical director of the Wound Trea
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May. 5, 2008
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Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center - A Legacy of Compassion and Recovery
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On May 29, 1978, at 3:21 p.m., the quick snip of a ribbon ushers into existence what had long been a dream of many: a world class rehabilitation center to help victims of stroke and other traumatic in
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May. 5, 2008
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Thompson Cancer Survival Center’s Women’s Wellness Retreat Celebrates Life
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Thompson Cancer Survival Center treated more than 150 very special ladies to a fun-filled weekend in the mountains at its annual Women’s Wellness Retreat April 18-20 at the Valley View Lodge in Townse
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May. 5, 2008
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Set Sail with MMC Foundation’s Casino Night 2008
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It’s “anchors aweigh” as Methodist Medical Center Foundation presents its sixth annual Casino Night fundraiser, “Cruisin’ for a Cause: Destination Hawaii.” Join your friends for an island adventure on
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May. 5, 2008
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Cariten Recognizes “Fittest School Challenge” Winners
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Twelve Knox County elementary schools had children participating in Cariten’s first “Fittest School Challenge” competition, held during the Cariten Kids’ Run portion of the Covenant Health Knoxville M
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Apr. 30, 2008
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A Trike-a-thon, a Prom, and A Special Little Girl
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The annual Trike-A-Thon at Nanny’s Edu-Care Center, a three-star child care center and member of Covenant Health, took place the morning of Wednesday, April 23. This year’s event was different from an
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Apr. 30, 2008
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May classes at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge
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Learn to prepare heart-healthy pasta. Get ready for the birth of a baby in your family. Hear ideas for parenting teens. Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, 990 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, will o
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Apr. 29, 2008
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What every woman should know: the most important women's health issues
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Wednesday, May 7, 2008, Noon – 2 p.m., Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center presents, “What every woman should know: the most important women’s health issues today.” Join Robin Huskey, MD, Board Certifi
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Apr. 28, 2008
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Vanderbilt Professor to Present Ethics Workshop May 16 at MMC
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In a world that is growing increasingly complex, health care professionals need to understand values that are a little different from their own, according to Mark J. Bliton, Ph.D., associate professor
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Apr. 28, 2008
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Volunteers recognized in honor of National Volunteer Week
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April 27 – May 3 is National Volunteer Week which reflects the power that volunteers have to “inspire by example” — volunteers both encourage those they help and motivate others to serve! During this
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Apr. 28, 2008
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New Technology at MMC Wound Treatment Center Gives Patient Hope After 25 Years
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“Atrophie blanche is an inflammation of the small arteries in the skin caused by the body developing an immune reaction to its own tissue,” says David Stanley, M.D., medical director of the Wound Trea
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Apr. 28, 2008
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Revolutionary New Images Can Improve Care, Locate Disease Earlier
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Fort Loudoun Medical Center is the only Knoxville-area hospital with imaging technology that combines nuclear medicine and CT scans in the same exam. This allows physicians to more precisely diagnose
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Apr. 28, 2008
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Peninsula Co-Hosts ZooMania Event on May 3
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“Mental health is essential to overall well-being,” says Bobby Brown, clinical director for Peninsula Hospital. “Children’s mental health initiatives promote positive youth development, prevention, re
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Apr. 24, 2008
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Registration now open for Beyond the Limits
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Each camp is limited to 12 campers. The cost is $175 per week. For more information, contact Thom Cox, Program Manager, at 659-4763, or by email, tcox2@covhlth.com.
Camp Sessions:
June 9-13: ages
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Apr. 24, 2008
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Covenant Weight Management Center
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Tuesday, May 13 and 27.
Location: Parkwest Medical Center
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Registration Required: Call 541-4500 to register for a seminar.
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Apr. 24, 2008
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Register Now for Summer Sports Camps!
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Experience the fitness and fun of Sports Camp, where kids learn all about basketball, soccer, tennis, and Speed, Agility, and Quickness – plus explore a variety of sports and fitness opportunities tha
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Apr. 23, 2008
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Advancements in Technology May Help People with Barrett's Esophagus
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By Mark Prince, M.D. Barrett’s esophagus is the development of abnormal tissue in the lining of the esophagus, which is the swallowing tube between the mouth and the stomach. One danger assoc
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Apr. 22, 2008
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Hospital professionals recognized during National Medical Laboratory Professional Week
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Annually more than 10 billion medical laboratory tests are performed in the United States to confirm diagnoses, rule out suspected conditions or monitor treatment. In 2007, over 162,550 outpatient lab
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Apr. 22, 2008
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Bringing New Meaning to Breast Health Care
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The American Cancer Society reports that one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime and it is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer.
“Mammography
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Apr. 22, 2008
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Fort Sanders Sevier Therapy Center offering screenings for local student athletes
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The Fort Sanders Sevier Therapy Center in Sevierville, adjacent to Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center, will sponsor pre-participation athletic screenings only for Sevier County student athletes enteri
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Apr. 21, 2008
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Register Now for Peninsula’s Beyond the Limits Summer Day Camp
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Does your child crave adventure, love sports, and live to explore the great outdoors? Beyond the Limits Summer Day Camp is a perfect choice.
Established in 1983, the Beyond the Limits program, ope
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Apr. 21, 2008
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Physical Therapy Gets You in the Swing of Things
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The sport of golf is enjoyed by people of all ages and body types. Along with the rise in popularity of the game has been an increase in the number of golf-related injuries. The golf swing involves a
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Apr. 21, 2008
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When Time Doesn’t Heal All Wounds - Fort Sanders Wound Care Center
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If you suffer from a non-healing wound resulting from diabetes, poor circulation, or a surgical incision, you are not alone. Every year, chronic wounds keep five million Americans from doing things th
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Apr. 15, 2008
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Methodist Therapists Receive Training on Behavioral Problems that Affect Therapy
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Melissa J. Grater, a senior speech-language therapist, and Patricia Carnes, a senior speech therapist, with Methodist Therapy in Oak Ridge recently attended a seminar in Nashville. The topic was how t
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Apr. 14, 2008
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Bringing New Meaning to Breast Health Care - Covenant Health Offers Digital Mammography at Six Convenient Locations
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The American Cancer Society reports that one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime and it is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer.
"Mammography d
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Apr. 14, 2008
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Want More Than Marshmallow Roasting? Sign up for Summer Camp at Fort Sanders Health & Fitness Center!
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Performance Training, Inc. and Fort Sanders Health and Fitness Center (FSHFC) have teamed up to offer Summer Sports Camps! Experience the fitness and fun of Sports Camp, where kids learn all about bas
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Apr. 14, 2008
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Preventing Falls in Seniors - Strang Center, April 24, 3 p.m.
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Every year, thousands of older adults fall at home. According to Kelly Bentley, physical therapist at Parkwest Therapy Center at Fort Sanders West, balance-related falls account for 50 percent of acci
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Apr. 14, 2008
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If you’re about to celebrate number 65, now is the time to join Cariten Senior Health
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There's good news for East Tennesseans who have just turned 65 or who are turning 65 this year.
Folks in this age bracket can now join Cariten Senior Health - the area's only locally owned and oper
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