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State changes vaccination requirements for school children

For the first time in more than a decade, the state is changing what vaccines are required for children before they can head to school

Health Beat 3/15

Abby Ham updates you on the latest health news.

Research: Cigarette maker targets young girls in latest ad campaign

"It was one of those campaigns that, you know, very much appealed to young girls," said Dr. Cheryl Healton, president and CEO of the American Legacy Foundation.

120,000 Tennesseans have Alzheimer's Disease

The Alzheimer's Association says 120,000 persons have the disease in Tennessee and the figure is projected to be 140,000 by 2025.

'Stroke belt' snares Tennessee, adding special risks for black men

People who live in the "stroke belt" - Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina - are at greater risk for a stroke, up to 50 percent greater if they're lifelong residents.

UT transplant program celebrates 25 years

After more than 20 years with a donated kidney, Stephanie Karnes' health started deteriorating again last year.

East Tennessee students receive life-saving heart screens

On Saturday, the non-profit group, "Heart Screens for Teens," made the first-ever stop at a Tennessee high school to offer tests for young athletes at a greatly reduced price.

Lack of proper sleep may inhibit your efforts to lose weight

"If you're not getting enough sleep, it affects your mood, it affects your ability to function day to day," June Captain, the YMCA Wellness Director, said.

SEC Tournament fans overindulge on fatty foods

Greasy food and game-time intensity can be a dangerous combination, typically landing at least a few people in the hospital during events like this week's SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena.

New study shows benefits of moderate weight gain during pregnancy

In a new Kaiser study researchers found pregnancy weight gain in the first trimester may play a role in the health of mom and baby.

Nashville doctor involved in drug bust loses appeal to have license reinstated

A Nashville doctor whose medical license was reinstated after a double murder conviction lost a court battle Wednesday to try to reopen his practice after a second run-in with the law.

Buddy Check: Janet's Journey begins

Over the course of the coming months, 10News will be following the trials and triumphs of a 41-year-old woman newly diagnosed with breast cancer. This is the first intallment in Janet's Journey.

State encourages HIV tests today

A women is diagnosed HIV-positive every 35 minutes, and that's why today, on National Women and Girls with HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, state health officials are encouraging people to get tested.

Update: Hillcrest West loses appeal to keep Medicare, Medicaid funding

A state appeals panel has upheld the decision to decertify Hillcrest West.

Lag time in tracing tainted food puts kids at risk

Food director Jackie Anderson didn't get word last month until it was too late - after students in the Arlington (Texas) Independent School District already had eaten tacos filled with beef that should have been destroyed.

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