Department of Health
John J. Dreyzehner, MD, MPH, Commissioner
TDH Headlines
Safe Sleep For Your Baby
The Tennessee Department of Health encourages you to follow the “ABCs of Safe Sleep” to help save infant lives.
It’s Time To Get Your Flu Shot
Vaccination against influenza is the best way to protect yourself and your family. Get the facts on flu.
Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and Health Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH, have received their annual flu vaccinations and want you to do the same.
Multistate Meningitis Outbreak Investigation
The Tennessee Department of Health is working with other state and federal health officials to investigate a multi-state outbreak of infections first identified September 18, 2012. The outbreak has been associated with products from New England Compounding Center. Click here for the latest information on this investigation.
Featured Items
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome is a growing problem in the United States and refers to babies born dependent on powerful drugs taken by their mothers during pregnancy.
Electronic Notification for Licensed
Health Professionals
Tennessee licensed health professionals may now register to receive electronic notice of renewal dates, fee increases and other information.
Restaurant Inspection Scores
TDH is responsible for inspection of food service establishments. Tennessee restaurant inspection scores are available online.
Facility Inspection Survey Findings
The Division of Health Care Facilities is making health care facility survey inspection results available online, beginning with nursing homes.
Tennessee Disaster Support Network (TDSN)
The Tennessee Disaster Support Network is a web-based resource to assist Tennessee communities in meeting their needs before, during, and after a disaster.
Pain Management Clinics
By January 1, 2012, all Tennessee pain management clinics must be registered with the State. Pain Clinic Regulation FAQ's
Health Alerts and Recalls
Learn more about latest information on health alerts and products recalls.
MRSA (Methicillin-resistant staph aureus)
Important tips on prevention and recognizing symptoms, plus toolkits for parents, teachers, coaches and more.
State Weekly Surveillance Report
State Weekly Surveillance Report Archive
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