The Brain and Spine Institute is made up of experts in the field of neuroscience in order to bring patients the best healthcare in East Tennessee for a full range of neurological diseases and disorders.
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We provide a comprehensive continuum of cancer services, including prevention, outreach, diagnostic, treatment and support services delivered by our highly skilled staff with compassion and care.
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The Center for Women & Children's Health is a hub for supporting women's and children's individual healthcare needs. The center provides support, research and unmatched patient-centered care.
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Emergency and Trauma Services is the only Level I Trauma Center in the area and serves as the tertiary referral center for medical care in East Tennessee, serving Knox County and 21 surrounding counties.
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The Heart Lung Vascular Institute brings together expertise in clinical care, teaching and research. Patients receive exceptional healthcare combined with patient-centered care.
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Obesity
When it comes to your health, nothing is more important than knowledge and understanding. The following Health Break from the University of Tennessee Medical Center contains information that can help you and your family live longer, healthier lives.
Did you know 64% of adults over the age of 20 are considered either overweight or obese? That’s an unsettling statistic considering the fact that being overweight increases the risk of coronary heart disease. Obesity has also been linked to increased death rates from some types of cancers, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, colon cancer, uterine cancer and pancreatic cancer. Because of these risks, it is important to lose weight even if you do not feel bad now. Two most effective ways to lose weight are eating a balanced diet of healthy foods and engaging in regular exercise.
To learn more about how to combat obesity consult your physician.
This Healthbreak has been brought to you by the University of Tennessee Medical Center. Wisdom for Your Life.