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Construction starts soon for new department at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is getting ready to construct a new ER branch. The Highly Infectious Diseases Department will be adjacent to the Emergency Department and will house 20 rooms. The project will include closing portions of Emergency Drive, parking areas and entrances. We spoke...
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New COVID-19 vaccines not available in certain areas
Parents and students should expect lines; all 52 district schools should have the technology by the end of the week. A police pursuit ended with a juvenile being shot in Gibson County, the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office joins ICE, and rain may finally be on the way to Middle Tennessee.
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Tennessee health system pilots AI program to cut hospital stays
Jackson, Tenn.-based West Tennessee Healthcare is piloting an AI tool at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital to help case managers shorten hospital stays. Dragonfly Navigate, developed by Xsolis, analyzes real-time patient data to predict discharge readiness and appropriate post-hospital placement, such as home, skilled nursing or long-term care. West Tennessee Healthcare...
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The Jackson Clinic welcomes new audiologist
JACKSON, TENN. — The Jackson Clinic is excited to announce the addition of Olivia Kiersey, AuD to its Audiology department. Kiersey is a recent graduate and joins the team with a wide range of clinical experience and educational achievement. Kiersey received her Doctorate of Audiology from Missouri State University...
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$2.6M in federal funds headed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Town atty. says plans approved for ICE detention center in Tipton Co. after chaotic town board vote. The Town of Mason held a vote Tuesday night on two contracts that would decide whether or not to re-open a closed detention facility as an ICE detention center 30 miles from Memphis.
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Henry County Hospital To Offer Alzheimer’s 101 Workshop
Paris, TN – West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital, in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Tennessee, will host an Alzheimer’s 101 Workshop on Thursday, September 25th. The event will take place from 12:30 pm until 2:30 pm and will be in the lower level of the hospital in classrooms 1 and 2. If you are a caregiver, part of a support system, concerned for your own well-being or simply want to know more about Alzheimer’s and dementia – this event is for you.
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West TN Healthcare celebrates 75 years
JACKSON , Tenn.–West Tennessee Healthcare is celebrating 75 years of care!. The organization held a special luncheon Sunday at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Sunday’s celebration was invitation only and took place in the cafeteria beginning at 2 in the afternoon and continued until 4pm. The hospital opened in...
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Henry Co. Hospital To Host Grief Support Group
Paris, TN – August 8, 2025 – West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital Home Health and Hospice will host a Grief Support Group that will begin meeting on Thursday, September 4th. The group will continue to meet every Thursday for six consecutive weeks. Paris City Hall, located at 100 North Caldwell Street, Paris, Tennessee, is the location of the meetings. The group will start each session at 1:30 pm and end at 3:30 pm each time. Spaces are limited. Please call Carman Wright at 731.642.7600 to reserve your spot.
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New ambulance service launches in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — A new ambulance service in Brownsville is in full swing. Friday morning, the Ambulance Services of Lexington – Brownsville EMS celebrated a soft grand opening. “We couldn’t ask for a better turnout for our soft opening today, August 1st. We’re ready to make calls. We’ve...
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Levy Dermatology celebrates new location in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. — After five years of helping patients in the Hub City, one specialty clinic holds a dedication for their new location in north Jackson. Levy Dermatology has served West Tennessee for some time now offering services in medical, cosmetology and surgical cosmetology. Since being in Jackson, they have treated numerous patients.
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Selmer begins to clear tons of debris from deadly tornado
Three and a half months after a tornado destroyed more than 100 buildings in Selmer, Tennessee, the city is now removing piles of debris from the storm’s scar. The EF-3 tornado swept through Selmer, the McNairy County seat, with wind speeds up to 160 miles per hour in the early morning of April 3. When […]
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Need your prescription? Walmart will now deliver it to your doorstep
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — Walmart is now offering medication delivery at your doorstep. Walmart’s new prescription delivery is a pharmacy delivery service that allows you to receive your eligible medications directly at your doorstep, providing convenience while helping you stay on top of your health needs. This service aims...
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Selmer residents concerned with city’s storm damage cleanup plan
SELMER, Tenn. — Selmer is still picking up the pieces due to catastrophic storm damage from earlier this year, but as they try to move forward issues have arisen. In Selmer Mayor Sherry Inman’s initiative to clear storm damage, a team was put in place with TDEC, air pollution, and waste management along with other agencies to approve a burn site to get rid of miscellaneous waste, rubble and vegetative debris following the aftermath of severe weather.