The prostate specific antigen test has become the standard tool in screening for early detection and prevention in prostate cancer. In fact, there was a 42 percent decrease in death rates in men in the 1980s and 1990s since the development of the PSA test.

Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare cancer that can spread very rapidly to other parts of the body. The existence of this serious form of cancer is not new, although a recent report suggests incidence may be increasing.

A revolutionary new type of minimally invasive surgery brings hope to atrial fibrillation patients for whom no reasonable cure existed previously. The new procedure can correct atrial fibrillation, helps patients return to normal activity more quickly after the procedure and patients note less pain than with the traditional approach.

It is your responsibility to protect your child and get him the immunizations to help him live a healthy life. Updated immunization shots will be required in order to begin class.

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Rubella, Immunization and Pregnancy

Whether recovering from a stroke or a serious accident, rehabilitation probably will be required in order for you to redevelop the necessary skills to help you perform everyday activities.

The best medical care starts with a long-term relationship with a primary care doctor. UT Medical Center has strengthened its primary care physician network to insure all patients have access to exceptional primary care.

The Heart Lung Vascular Institute and Brain and Spine Institute are proud to sponsor the Knox County Heart Walk, an event aimed to help reduce incidence of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

The Heart Lung Vascular Institute’s Healthy Living Kitchen began its cooking classes to teach individuals how to cook heart healthy and learn new techniques to enhance the flavor of foods.