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LaFollette, TN (November 22, 2022) – Strokes, or “brain attacks,” claim the lives of nearly 160,000 Americans each year. As the fifth leading killer and the most common cause of disability, strokes devastate individuals and families every day. However, strokes can be prevented by up to 80% through adopting a healthy lifestyle and controlling stroke risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. According to the National Stroke Association, two million brain cells die every minute ... ... Read More

LaFollette, TN (November 8, 2022) – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Hea... ... Read More

Schedule appointments, tests and surgeries to maximize your health plan benefits before year end. LaFollette, TN (October 31, 2022) – As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Now is a good time to review your outstanding health care needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in Flexible Spending Accounts while you still can. “In considering their health care needs, people should also consider the best strategy for using thei... ... Read More

LaFollette, TN (September 21, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare - LaFollette is hosting a free drive-thru flu vaccination event on a first-come, first-served basis to the Campbell County community on October 7, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the hospital’s main entrance, located at 923 East Central Avenue in LaFollette. This event offers flu shots to individuals ages 3 and older. Pregnant women must have a note from their physician to receive the vaccine. All individuals are recommended to wear a face covering... ... Read More

New CT Scan Technology Offers Patients Quicker Results and More Comfort LaFollette, TN (August 30, 2022) – Tennova Healthcare - LaFollette is pleased to announce the addition of a 128 slice per rotation Computed Tomography (CT) scanner. With this addition, Tennova Healthcare can offer patients the latest advances in CT imaging and provide valuable clinical insights every time. Accommodating a wide range of patient types and a wide range of exams, the new capabilities of this CT scanner allow for a patie... ... Read More

Everyone experiences stress, in our personal lives and in response to national and international crises, but how it’s managed can impact your chances of developing serious health conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, dementia and stroke. Through healthy lifestyle habits, and sometimes professional help, you can reduce your daily stress, leading to better overall health. Stress is the natural response to a perceived threat. When exposed to a stressor, the hormone cortisol is released, sendi... ... Read More

The average U.S. life expectancy of 84 years means many Baby Boomers reaching age 65 have nearly two decades of life ahead. Advanced years bring more risks to your health that can impact quality of life as you age. Tarra Wilson, N.P., a primary care provider with Tennova LaFollette Medical Center Clinic – South, reminds us some factors like genetics are beyond your control, but healthy lifestyle choices, timely identification and management of the following common, chronic conditions can increase your o... ... Read More

Health care is always changing, brought on by scientific breakthroughs, technological advancements, government regulation and reform. Each year we pause on National Doctors’ Day to thank the men and women who made the decision to travel down that long road to becoming a physician. We at Tennova Healthcare are grateful for the more than 2,800 physicians who work in our hospitals, offices and clinics to serve the communities in East Tennessee. On March 30th, we celebrate and honor their commitment to thei... ... Read More

Daylight Saving Time (DST), the yearly practice of setting clocks forward one hour between March and November has been observed in much of the United States since 1966. The idea behind DST is to “save” natural light, since spring, summer, and early fall days typically get dark later in the evening compared to late fall and winter days. The non-DST period between November and March is known as Standard Time. When DST starts at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2022, we’ll set our clocks forward one hour, resul... ... Read More

To the Communities We Serve, As we prepare to face a third year of battling the COVID-19 pandemic, our communities are still in an emergency. Health care systems continue to be under unprecedented strain. We remain committed to delivering the medical services needed by our communities, but we need your help. The Omicron variant is racing through East Tennessee with lightning speed, spreading easily from person to person, increasing infections and hospitalizations. This year we are also seeing large numb... ... Read More