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County Approves New Contract with Southern Health Partners for …

WebThe DeKalb County Commission will enter into a new agreement with Southern Health Partners to provide inmate medical care at the DeKalb County Jail. The …

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DeKalb Community Hospital Launches “Health Access 24/7”

WebThe benefits of Health Access 24/7 include: •Complete and accurate information. With electronic health records, health care providers have the information they need to …

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“Baby and Me Tobacco Free” Program Helps Pregnant Women …

WebBaby and Me will be available at the DeKalb County Health Department. “Quitting smoking when you are pregnant is the most important thing you can do to …

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County Switches Health Care Provider for Jail Inmates

WebA 60 day notice of termination has been given to the current provider, Southern Health Partners. Although the new company’s services are more expensive, $204,000 …

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Saint Thomas Announces Changes in Leadership at St Thomas …

WebLeadership changes will take effect immediately and Saint Thomas Health has begun a search for the new CEO. In the interim, Craig Norris, who was previously Chief …

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Community Health Adventure Launches Free Summer Activity …

WebEvery class provided by the ‘health adventure’ is 100% free of charge including any supplies, uniforms, or special equipment that may be needed. Improving the health of …

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Free Flu Vaccine Available at DeKalb Health Department

WebThe DeKalb County Health Department reminds everyone the best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated. Peak flu season is here, but you still have time to get vaccinated. …

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Flu Vaccine Now Available at DeKalb County Health Department

WebNo shortage of vaccine is expected this year and the health department says local supplies will not be restricted while they last. A mass flu clinic is currently scheduled for Thursday, …

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Local Health Information Professionals Honored at Conference

WebNHC Smithville’s Health Information team won the Department of the Year in 2013. “Ensuring that each patient’s medical record is accurate and complete is of paramount …

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DeKalb Community Hospital and Senior Citizens Center Celebrate …

WebDeKalb Community Hospital and Senior Citizens Center Celebrate Healthy Heart Month On Tuesday, February 16th at 11 a.m., Tammy Freeze, the Director of the Cardiopulmonary …

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DeKalb County Awarded $100,000 for Health Department …

WebThe Tennessee Department of Health has presented a check for $100,000 to DeKalb County for renovations to the local health department. Assistant Commissioner Cathy …

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County Forced to Pay More for Employee Health Insurance

WebDue to rate hikes and mandates of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), the county is being required to increase the amount it pays toward health insurance for …

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School Board Responds to Teachers Concerns about Health …

WebTo meet that mandate, the school system provides a Consumer Directed Health Plan with Health Savings Account. Since last month, the board of education has heard from …

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Remote Area Medical to Provide FREE Health Care Services

WebRemote Area Medical (RAM) is a non-profit, volunteer corps dedicated to serving mankind by providing free health care, dental care, eye care, and technical and educational …

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DeKalb County EMA and Department of Health Host Point of …

WebThe DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency, DeKalb County Health Department, DeKalb County Local Emergency Planning Committee and the Upper Cumberland …

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Hospital Receives ‘Stroke Ready’ Affiliation – WJLE Radio Archives

WebThe stroke drill was a collaborative effort between DeKalb County Emergency Medical Services, DeKalb County Complex, Saint Thomas Health, and DeKalb Community …

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Saint Thomas Health Appoints Andy Wachtel Regional CEO

WebSaint Thomas Health is a member of Ascension, the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system. Wachtel begins his …

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Coordinated School Health Program Addressing Wellness of …

WebThe Coordinated School Health Program is working to help address the wellness of students in the school system. Deanna Pursinger, Coordinator, updated the school board …

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Judge John Turnbull Resigns Due to Health Reasons

WebCircuit Judge John Turnbull of Livingston, one of several judges in the 13th Judicial District who represent DeKalb County, is resigning due to health reasons. The …

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$2.5 Million Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against DeKalb County …

WebThe DeKalb County Department of Health is a governmental agency responsible for overseeing health issues within the county. Detention Healthcare …

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Former Home Health Care Workers Charged In Undercover Drug

WebFormer Home Health Care Workers Charged In Undercover Drug Investigation. Posted on December 5, 2006 December 5, 2006 by Dwayne Page. …

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DeKalb Recovery Court Celebrates 10 years of Success

WebThe TN Dept. of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services has selected drug courts across the state to take part in a vivitrol pilot program. We are one of 4 drug …

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