Not much news here. But FWIW.
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Tennessee’s new commissioner of health made his first appearance before a legislative committee Wednesday, though the Republican chairman warned members not to question Dr. Ralph Alvarado about HIV funding.
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We know this has more to do with than we knew last week. There is a court injunction that would make it hard to only pull money from them. We also know the hasn’t been notified that TN won’t take money for HIV prevention. More to come.
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New: Top Tennessee health officials attempted to oust Planned Parenthood from a program designed to prevent and treat HIV before eventually deciding this week to forgo federal funding for the program. My story:
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Office of says the state will use its own money for HIV testing/prevention instead of and prioritize human trafficking, first responders and mothers and children. Have asked why not most at risk group, which in TN is young, Black MSM.
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A little more to the story. But likely more to come.
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There seems to be much more to this story. Stay tuned.
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Any Tennessee dentists planning to take more TennCare patients now that everyone has comprehensive dental benefits? DM me.
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Formal and informal matchmakers?
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Next week @ThisIsNashville is airing an episode about dating. I'm looking to talk with a dating expert or matchmaker in the Nashville area. If you know one, have them dm me!
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I know I’ll be listening. Live at noon central. Pod after.
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Nearly 1 in 5 Americans who had COVID-19 have long COVID.
Today, we'll hear from two people about how long COVID has impacted their health and family.
We'll also be joined by @jcjackson68 and Dr. Brent Snader to talk resources available to Nashvillians with long COVID.
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A federal ban on surprise medical bills hasn’t entirely curbed the practice, especially in Tennessee. During the law’s first six months, the state has among the most disputes in the country with nearly 7,000.
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I've heard from so many folks in Tennessee with long covid symptoms. We've got a episode this week dedicated to the topic, and we need to hear from you. Very simple to share your questions and concerns here:
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Yes! And the Nashville Bransfords loaned 2 slaves, Nicholas and Materson Bransford, to aid Bishop in exploring and guiding tours. One of Materson’s descendants, Jerry Bransford, is still a seasonal ranger at MCNP! I was so excited when we ran into him there 2 summers ago.
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Had never heard (though shouldn't be surprised) that enslaved people helped map Mammoth Cave. Very cool story. Listen, don't read.
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Grew up just across the river from this iconic establishment and somehow I've never been to Arnold's. Of course, we only went out to eat once in a blue moon. And only to .
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Just used our last covid test today. Easy as pie, ordered 4 more free.
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Well now, I don't think I saw this in the quarterly newsletter.
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Nashville's congressman
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A third vote for Speaker is taking place and it seems we'll likely need a fourth as Rep. Jordan already has 4 votes. Here's our story about @AndyOgles choosing to side with the 19 against McCarthy.
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Great fellowship through is still open for applications. I was surprised to have my project accepted. It was kind of halfbaked when I pitched it. But the mentors helped me sharpen it up, and it became some of my proudest work. Deadline is Jan 13. healthjournalism.org/prof-dev-fello
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TBH, I'm not sure how much difference this will make. Very hard to tell if other states require this, but Tennessee is making either your doctor or your health plan let you know if they're having a discussion over pre-approval for coverage.
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It really is crazy. Happens to me too. But apparently not a super power.
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Update: Goal hit in less than 24 hours. Wow, so many friends, colleagues and acquaintances who saw fit to help out Theatry. This is a life-changing blessing for him. Updates to come.
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My friend needs help. He's building a new life after 20 years in prison. With a year of work behind him, it's become clear that getting ahead requires a car. Amazed how many people are donating who don't know Theatry at all. Blessings are already flowing. gofund.me/7765769c
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My friend needs help. He's building a new life after 20 years in prison. With a year of work behind him, it's become clear that getting ahead requires a car. Amazed how many people are donating who don't know Theatry at all. Blessings are already flowing.
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Titans game moved back an hour. Team also says they'll use some generators to decrease power use from the grid.
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Sorry, Crutcher Street
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Things I'm learning about high power demand this morning: power lines can "burn down." Apparently that's happening on Chester St in East Nashville.
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I have same question on @Titans game. Also wondering how many churches will go forward with services knowing power will go down at some point. wpln.org/post/winter-st
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I have same question on game. Also wondering how many churches will go forward with services knowing power will go down at some point. wpln.org/post/winter-st
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It's not just that everyone's using a bunch of power to heat their homes. TVA also has some units that are down because of the cold, though the utility has note offered many details.
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Peace be to all the cooks dodging hourly outages as they try to prepare a Christmas Eve dinner!
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Lived in Nashville most of my 40 years and I cannot remember rolling blackouts.
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This hits pretty hard in Tennessee, which is where the largest of these companies are based.
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Tennesseans lost abortion access long before 2022… it started in 2014 and bit by bit reproductive rights were destroyed…Legal to outlawed: The year of Tennessee's abortion ban in 10 stories | WPLN News
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This book relaxes me so much. Unfortunately, my kids aren't big fans.
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Chilling. At least one of the FBI agents they plotted to kill was one investigating them.
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I'm guessing you could get some pretty cheap seats to Saturday's game against the . Hi: 23.
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Two police shootings in Nashville this year happened under eerily similar circumstances.
60th anniversary gifts still being accepted here: wpln.secureallegiance.com/wpln/WebModule
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