Joining Hands Health Center of Jefferson City
Emily Terrell, Patient Care Coordinator of Joining Hands Health Center (third from left), is surrounded by Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter, NSDAR, members Jane Hersch, Julie Wilbur, Ellie Betts, Glenda Roach, Jane Chambers, Elizabeth Finchum, and Jane Busdeker and by some of the wish list items showered on the Center by the MDW Chapter. Each Christmas, […]
Popular gyms undermining health with tanning beds, UConn researcher says
The end of 2019 brings with it holiday gatherings, school vacations, and the annual tradition of New Year’s resolutions – with some of the most common resolutions being to exercise more and lose weight. Popular gym chains across the country capitalize on the broad desire to get healthy in the New Year with persuasive post-holiday […]
Genes and family are biggest predictor of academic success, study suggests
Whether children will enjoy academic success can be now predicted at birth, a new study suggests. The study, led by the University of York, found that parents’ socioeconomic status and children’s inherited DNA differences are powerful predictors of educational achievement. However, the research suggests that having the genes for school success is not as beneficial […]
Freestanding emergency departments may increase out-of-pocket spending for patients
With emergency department visits spiking around the holidays, patients may be inclined to seek care at freestanding emergency departments in an urgent situation. However, a new study suggests the best and most cost-effective option may be to skip the freestanding emergency department and head to an urgent care center. A collaborative study led by researchers […]
New Algorithm Could Mean More Efficient, Accurate Equipment for Army
Wei Cai, Dr. Bo Wang and Wenzhong Zhang, researchers at SMU work on an Army-funded project developed an algorithm to simulate how electromagnetic waves interact with materials in devices to create equipment more efficiently and accurately. The algorithm could be used in a wide range of fields — from biology and astronomy to military applications […]
Deaths in middle-aged adults drive decrease in U.S. life expectancy
Americans in the prime of life, age 25 to 64, are dying at a greater rate than in years past, lowering overall U.S. life expectancy, according to a new study published Nov. 26 in JAMA. Life expectancy — the average number of years a newborn can expect to live — increased in the U.S. by almost […]
ESPN NAMES WHITE AND MANNING ALL-TIME ALL-AMERICANS
Tennessee football legends Reggie White and Peyton Manning were named to ESPN’s All-Time All-America first team and second team, respectively, the network revealed on Thursday. As part of the yearlong ESPN College Football 150 storytelling initiative, the prestigious honor is comprised of a First Team and a Second Team, with 11 players on offense, 11 […]
American Academy of Pediatrics Report Provides Sweeping Review of Evidence Concerning Autism Spectrum Disorder
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its clinical recommendations on autism spectrum disorder for the first time in 12 years, analyzing the latest research on the neurodevelopmental disorder that affects an estimated 1 in every 59 children. “Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder,” a clinical report published in the […]
Morristown Police Department K-9 Teams Receive Awards
Two MPD K-9 Teams received top awards at the annual K-9 recertification training hosted by the Sevierville Police Department. Officer Paul Pressley and K-9 Juno competed against six other explosive ordnance teams. The teams were scored on several scenarios throughout the week with the MPD team receiving the highest score and taking top honors. Officer […]
MARTIN AMAYA, SR.
Martin Amaya, Sr., age 56 of New Market, TN passed away Friday, December 27, 2019 at his home. He is preceded in death by his father, Bernadeno Amaya, and brother, Ernesto Amaya. He was the Owner/Operator of El Sazon Restaurant. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Pule Sandoval, children, Martin Amaya, Jr., Mariella Amaya, […]
JAMES ANDREW DILLARD
JAMES ANDREW DILLARD, age 86, of Strawberry Plains, TN went to heaven to join his wife, Iris, and other loved ones on December 26, 2019. He was a member and deacon of First Baptist Church of Strawberry Plains, and did extensive study of the Bible. He will be remembered by many who met him through […]
JOYCE ETHERIDGE JONES
JOYCE ETHERIDGE JONES, age 92 of Dandridge, TN went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 26, 2019. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, raised her children in Clark, NJ and then moved to Dandridge, TN. She was a member of the Shady Grove United Methodist Church and an active member of the Dandridge […]
BRENDA ROYSTON ANDERSON
Brenda Royston Anderson, age 68 of White Pine, passed away suddenly December 26, 2019 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Anderson and son, William Beeler. Survivors include a son, Terry L. Collins (Latonya); grandchildren, Cole, Dominicthan, Jesse James, William Beeler, Jr., and Desitin Beeler; sisters, Christine Witt, Mildred Gann; […]
TDOT Halts Highway Construction for Christmas Holiday
Road construction won’t delay travelers during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is once again halting all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. No temporary lane closures will be allowed for construction on Tennessee roadways beginning at 12:00 p.m. […]
NORAD Tracks Santa Program Kicks Off for 2019
As the North American Aerospace Defense Command conducts its primary mission of defending the homeland, it stands ready to continue its tradition of tracking Santa’s journey around the globe on Dec. 24. “In addition to our day-to-day mission of defending North America, we are proud to carry on the tradition of tracking Santa as he […]
GERALDINE “GERRI” DOUGHERTY
Geraldine “Gerri” Dougherty, age 79 of Newport, passed away December 23, 2019 at Newport Convalescent Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Farse and Mary Headrick, first husband and father to her children, Ed Hall and second husband, Dan Dougherty. Survivors include children, Marty (Kathy) Hall, Lisa (Michael) Alexander, Danielle Schoene, Dale Schoene, […]