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title: "Knoxville Health &#038; Wellness"
url: https://www.hereknoxville.com/health-wellness-knoxville-tn/
date: 2026-07-11T19:10:20+00:00
modified: 2026-07-11T19:23:30+00:00
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site: "HERE Knoxville"
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# Knoxville Health &#038; Wellness

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HEREKnoxville · East Tennessee Tennessee
        

# Health & Wellness

        Knoxville TN’s Complete Health & Wellness Guide
        
            Local medical news, provider directory, mental health resources, fitness & nutrition guides, CE/CME for healthcare professionals, and caregiver support — all grounded in Knox County.
        
        
            Medical News
            Mental Health
            Fitness & Nutrition
            Provider Directory
            CE/CME for Med Pros
            Caregiver Support
            Seasonal Health Alerts
        

        
        
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            Updated Weekly
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            Knoxville, TN            ·
            East Tennessee Region
        
    

  
            

            Knoxville residents have access to a range of healthcare services across Knox County,
            from hospital-based acute care to community health centers offering sliding-scale and Medicaid-accepted services.
                    

        

            The healthcare landscape across the East Tennessee region is shaped by TN public health priorities.
                        State agencies oversee healthcare facility licensing, immunization programs,
            and environmental health for Knoxville and Knox County.
                    

        

            HEREKnoxville covers local health news, provider updates, and community wellness resources
            for Knoxville, TN. Our coverage spans mental health services, caregiver support,
            CE/CME opportunities for healthcare professionals, and seasonal health advisories.
            If it touches Knoxville health, it’s HERE.
        

      

    
        
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                Knoxville Health Alert — Current Advisory
                                    Knoxville Health Advisory — Seasonal Allergy Season
                    
                        Allergy season is active in Knox County.
                                                Pollen counts may be elevated across the East Tennessee region;
                        residents with asthma should keep rescue inhalers accessible and consult their provider if symptoms worsen.
                    
                                                
        
        
        
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            Health News
            

## Health & Wellness News

            Medical and health news to help you live your best life in Knoxville, TN — from Knoxville providers, regional health systems, and TN public health agencies.
        

        
                        
                                            https://www.hereknoxville.com/2026/07/11/summer-heat-medication-safety-knoxville/
                                        
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                            [Summer Heat and Medication Safety in Knoxville](https://www.hereknoxville.com/2026/07/11/summer-heat-medication-safety-knoxville/)
                        
                        
                            Jul 11, 2026
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                            2 min read
                        
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                                            https://www.hereknoxville.com/2026/07/11/congo-ebola-outbreak-implications-knoxville/
                                        
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                            [Congo Ebola Outbreak: Implications for Knoxville and Beyond](https://www.hereknoxville.com/2026/07/11/congo-ebola-outbreak-implications-knoxville/)
                        
                        
                            Jul 11, 2026
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                            2 min read
                        
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            National Health News
            

## Health News You Can Use

            National coverage on exercise, supplements, nutrition, sleep, mental health, and preventive care — sourced from CDC, NIH, USPSTF, and peer-reviewed research.
        

        
                    
                Exercise
                How Much Weekly Exercise Actually Moves the Needle on Heart Health
                Updated CDC + AHA guidance on minutes-per-week thresholds
            
                        
                Supplements
                Vitamin D, Magnesium, Omega-3: What the Latest Studies Actually Show
                NIH Office of Dietary Supplements fact sheets, peer-reviewed trials
            
                        
                Nutrition
                Protein Targets by Age: Why Adults 50+ Need More Than the RDA Suggests
                USDA Dietary Guidelines, sarcopenia prevention research
            
                        
                Sleep
                Sleep Debt: Why You Can’t Just “Catch Up” on the Weekend
                CDC sleep guidance, circadian rhythm research
            
                        
                Mental Health
                Daily Habits That Reduce Anxiety Without Medication — The Evidence
                NIMH, peer-reviewed CBT and exercise-therapy studies
            
                        
                Preventive Care
                Screening Tests You Should Actually Schedule by Age 30, 40, 50, 60 & 70
                USPSTF recommendation grades, age-by-age checklist
            
                    

        
        

        
            Health & Wellness Podcasts
            

### Worth A Listen

            

Three of the most trusted shows in health and longevity — free on every major podcast app.

        

        
            [Neuroscience & Performance
                
                Huberman Lab
                Dr. Andrew Huberman, Stanford
                Deep dives on sleep, exercise, nutrition, focus, and stress — with the underlying neurobiology and the protocols.](https://hubermanlab.com/)
            [Nutrition & Gut Health
                
                ZOE Science & Nutrition
                Jonathan Wolf with Tim Spector & Sarah Berry
                What the latest studies actually say about food, metabolism, the microbiome, and aging well — in plain English.](https://zoe.com/podcast)
            [Longevity & Medicine
                
                The Drive
                Dr. Peter Attia, MD
                Long-form interviews on heart disease, cancer, neurodegeneration, exercise physiology, and lifespan extension.](https://peterattiamd.com/podcast/)
        

        
        

        

            
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            Provider Directory
            

## Find Local Providers

            Doctors, dentists, therapists, gyms, and pharmacies in Knox County — updated 2026.
        

                
            Provider Directory
            Local provider listings for Knoxville are coming soon. Check back for updated directory information.
                    
        
        
        
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            2025–26 Cycle
            

## Continuing Education & Caregiver Support

            CE/CME opportunities, support groups, and wellness resources for East Tennessee healthcare professionals and family caregivers in Knox County.
        

        

            
            
                Continuing Education — CE / CME

                                        
                            University of Tennessee Knoxville — Health Professions & CE
                            Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Knoxville area professionals and students.
                                                        www.utk.edu
                                                    
                                            
                            Pellissippi State Community College — Health Professions & CE
                            Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Knoxville area professionals and students.
                                                        www.pstcc.edu
                                                    
                                            
                            Johnson University — Health Professions & CE
                            Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Knoxville area professionals and students.
                                                        www.johnsonu.edu
                                                    
                                            
                            South College — Health Professions & CE
                            Pre-health advising, health professions pipeline, and continuing health education seminars for Knoxville area professionals and students.
                                                        www.southcollegetn.edu
                                                    
                    
                
                
                
                
            

            
            
                Caregiver & Family Support Resources

                
                
                    Alzheimer’s Association — East Tennessee Chapter
                    In-person and virtual support groups, caregiver training, and the 24/7 Alzheimer’s helpline for families across Knoxville and the East Tennessee region.
                                    

                
                    NAMI Knox County
                    Family-to-Family education, caregiver peer support groups, and mental health advocacy resources. Meetings held in Knoxville with virtual options available.
                                        NAMI Helpline: 988 (press 1)
                

                
                    United Way — East Tennessee
                    2-1-1 referral line connects Knox County caregivers and families to social services, food assistance, mental health, and emergency support resources.
                    Dial 2-1-1 · unitedway.org
                

            

        

        
        
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            Common Questions
            

## Frequently Asked Questions

            Quick answers about providers, CE, caregiver support, and health resources in Knox County.
        

        

            
                
                    How do I find a doctor or dentist accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
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                                        Start with local community health centers that offer sliding-scale fees and accept Medicaid.
                                                            For dental care, community health centers and sliding-scale dental clinics accept Medicaid and new patients.
                
            

            
                
                    What are the affordable dental options for uninsured or Medicaid patients in Knoxville?
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                    Community health centers in Knox County offer sliding-scale dental services and accept Medicaid. Many also offer reduced-cost preventive care to community patients.
                                        Use your state public health provider directory
                                        or call 2-1-1 to find Medicaid-accepting dental providers near you.
                
            

            
                
                    Where can I find caregiver support groups in Knox County?
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                    The Alzheimer’s Association East Tennessee Chapter hosts in-person and virtual support groups. NAMI Knox County holds regular family support meetings and offers a warmline for immediate support. United Way’s 2-1-1 line connects caregivers to respite care, day programs, and emergency assistance across Knox County.
                
            

            
                
                    What is the current flu and COVID situation in Knox County?
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                                        Local pharmacies including CVS MinuteClinic and Walgreens offer flu and COVID vaccines without an appointment.
                                        For school-age illness alerts, check the Knox County school district website.
                
            

            
                
                    Does Medicare cover dental care for seniors in Knoxville, TN?
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                    Traditional Medicare (Parts A & B) does not cover routine dental care. However, many Medicare Advantage plans available in Knox County include dental benefits.
                                        Contact your state’s SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) office for a free, unbiased review of your Medicare Advantage options.
                                        Community health centers also offer sliding-scale dental regardless of Medicare status.
                
            

            
                
                    What CE/CME options are available for East Tennessee healthcare professionals?
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                                                                                University of Tennessee Knoxville supports health professions education and CE seminars.
                                                        
            

            
                
                    Where can healthcare workers and shift workers get help with burnout in Knoxville?
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                                        NAMI Knox County provides mental health support for all healthcare and industrial workers.
                                                            For shift workers across the area,
                                        United Way’s 2-1-1 line can connect you with local counseling and wellness resources.
                
            

        

        
        
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## Health & Wellness Across Tennessee

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