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- At least 50% of premature male deaths could be prevented by taking action when early symptoms arise.
From her early childhood, Sullivan Brimmer, RN, BSN, had an interest in medicine and wanted to go to either veterinarian school or medical school.
- Hafsa Ismail, BSN, RN of Nashville General Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses . The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day.
Local media highlights Nashville General Hospital’s commitment to celebrating strength, resilience, and survivorship at its cancer recognition ceremony.
Terry Snow, LPN, CPI Instructor, was working as a mechanic in the National Guard when his commanding officer informed him he was being sent to a medical unit and his next step was nursing school.
Assistant Nurse Manager Chelsea Napier, BS, BSN, RN, loves the work being done at Nashville General Hospital.
- A recent study of 150,000 men shows that men with erectile dysfunction have a higher risk for heart disease and stroke.
- Erectile dysfunction is associated with metabolic syndrome, a variety of risk factors that can be managed through healthier lifestyle choices.
- “If you are serious about your health and willing to give up the things that make you sick, I can work with you to improve your health and transform your life.” Dr. Kevin Billups, MD
Eighteen years after getting her Bachelor of Business Administration and applying it to a successful career in human resources, Laurel Barber, BSN, BBA, RN, CCRN decided it was time to change her profession and went back to school to become a nurse.
Sore throats are common, but strep throat can be serious. Discover more about strep throat with these frequently asked questions and their answers.
- April is National Minority Health Month, a time to highlight the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minorities and reducing health disparities.
Do you have a blockage in your coronary arteries? Angioplasty, a simple medical procedure can often correct blocked arteries. Learn more about how angioplasty restores blood to the heart.
I love my relationships with my patients and with the other nurses, doctors, students and staff. I love that we are doing something unique and needed here in North Nashville in a wonderful small academic teaching hospital.
- Rick Colomitz, ADN, RN, NREMT of Nashville General Hospital was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses.
- March is National Nutrition Month®. This is a great time to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthier eating habits.
- A good night’s sleep is one of the easiest ways to prepare for and recover from surgery. Sleep can help you stay healthy and your body heal.
From her early childhood, Sullivan Brimmer, RN, BSN, had an interest in medicine and wanted to go to either veterinarian school or medical school.
What do you need to know before you get your first mammogram? Take a look at the do's and don'ts of receiving your first mammogram.
Shingles is a common disease that can be prevented by getting vaccinated. Learn more about shingles and the Shingrix vaccine.