Newborn Screening
The Tennessee Newborn screening program was designed to screen infants shortly after birth for over 70 treatable conditions.
Newborn Screening Awareness Month
September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month. Tennessee Health Commissioner Dr. Ralph Alvarado shares the importance of early detection and intervention. Click here to learn more.
News & Events
News
- Tennessee's Focus On Public Health For An Aging Population Noted in Federal Award, National Association Designation
- Elizabeth Harvey Named TDH Assistant Commissioner
- Tennessee's Healthcare Resiliency & Transformation Commitment Continues In 2nd Round of Grant Awards
- Tennessee Communities, Local Health Departments Participating in Red Sand Project To End Human Trafficking
- Back-To-School Planning For Tennessee Parents Includes Updating Immunizations For Their Children
- Tennessee Rural Health Care Task Force Releases Recommendations
HIPAA Privacy and How to File a Complaint
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