
National Nurses Week is May 6-12 and the theme is Nurses: Making a Difference Every Day. On May 6, Knox County Health Department joins other nursing associations across the United States in celebrating National RN Recognition Day, which is a day set aside to raise awareness of the value of nursing and help educate the public about the diverse role nurses play in meeting the health care needs of the American people.
On May 5, three KCHD nurses were recognized in front of their peers at the Regional Recognition Dinner for RN Clinical Excellence at the Knoxville Convention Center. KCHD’s honorees, who exhibit continuous dedication, commitment, and tireless effort to promote and maintain the health of this community, are:
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Then, tell us what small changes you will make before May 1st) and you could be one of 29 people selected at random to receive a free water bottle and a copy of David Gershon’s book, Low Carbon Diet: A 30 Day Program to Lose 5000 Pounds.Tell us what you will do to change the environment? (CLICK HERE) |
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Knox County Health Department is offering a Free four-part series on diabetes management.
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Smokefree TennesseeTennesseans can breathe smoke-free in all businesses open to the public as a
result of the Tennessee Non-Smokers Protection Act, which went into effect on Oct. 1, 2007. The new law makes it illegal to smoke in most places where people work. If you have any questions about complying with the Tennessee Non-Smokers Protection Act, call 1-800-293-8228 or Knox County Health Department at 215-5200.
The following is an update on the influenza vaccine status at the Knox County Health Department:
In the past, the recommended way to dispose of expired or unwanted medications, whether prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications, was to flush the drugs down the toilet or a drain. While this method prevents anyone else from accidentally taking the medication, research has shown these chemicals can pose a problem to the environment, and so we need to consider other means of disposal. Click here for more information.