Dr. Randall Ford, of Adult and Family Dentistry in Maryville, says he's never seen as many people having to go without dental care as he does now.More >>
Dr. Randall Ford, of Adult and Family Dentistry in Maryville, says he's never seen as many people having to go without dental care as he does now.More >>
A Knoxville woman talks about having a bilateral mastectomy after learning she carries a gene mutation that predisposes her to breast and ovarian cancer.More >>
A Knoxville woman talks about having a bilateral mastectomy after learning she carries a gene mutation that predisposes her to breast and ovarian cancer. More >>
Knox County is cracking down on substance abuse during National Prevention Week.More >>
Knox County law enforcement and drug prevention agencies are working harder than ever this week to raise awareness about the growing problem of substance abuse. National Prevention Week is May 12 through May 17 in Knoxville, dedicated to stopping drug abuse in local communities.More >>
Tennessee First Lady Crissy Haslam is teaming up with Grover, the loveable Muppet from Sesame Street, and United HealthCare to teach kids the benefits of eating healthy and getting in shape while helping them learn...More >>
Tennessee First Lady Crissy Haslam is teaming up with Grover, the loveable Muppet from Sesame Street, and United HealthCare to teach kids the benefits of eating healthy and getting in shape while helping them learn to love...More >>
12-year-old Regen Morris has been battling a rare form of brain cancer for the last several months. Inspired by his brave fight, people from his hometown are stepping up to show their support.More >>
12-year-old Regen Morris has been battling a rare form of brain cancer for the last several months. Inspired by his brave fight, people from his hometown are stepping up to show their support.More >>
The federal government released a huge database of information on Wednesday, shedding light on the rates and procedures performed by hospitals across the country.More >>
The federal government released a huge database of information on Wednesday, shedding light on the rates and procedures performed by hospitals across the country.More >>
The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services will create nine recovery courts to combat mental health and substance abuse issues.More >>
The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services will create nine recovery courts to combat mental health and substance abuse issues.More >>
Hundreds turned out in Knoxville Saturday to help celebrate a major milestone in the fight to end premature birth. The March of Dimes is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. More >>
Hundreds turned out in Knoxville Saturday to help celebrate a major milestone in the fight to end premature birth. The March of Dimes is celebrating its 75th Anniversary, and more than 700 walkers help commemorate the achievement at the Knoxville March for Babies.More >>
A new study showed that emergency room visits related to the sleep aid zolpidem, the active ingredient in Ambien, increased by 220 percent over a five year period.More >>
A new study showed that emergency room visits related to the sleep aid zolpidem, the active ingredient in Ambien, increased by 220 percent over a five year period.More >>
Recent wet weather, and warm humid temperatures are creating a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. Health officials say they have already started to battle the insect.More >>
Recent wet weather, and warm humid temperatures are creating a perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. Health officials say they have already started to battle the insect.More >>
Some of the stigma about mental illness is starting to chip away. A Knoxville woman diagnosed with bi-polar disorder says mental health issues are nothing to be ashamed of.More >>
Some of the stigma about mental illness is starting to chip away. A Knoxville woman diagnosed with bi-polar disorder says mental health issues are nothing to be ashamed of. More >>
In America today, depression ranks among the top three workplace problems, following only family crisis and stress. Today, more and more companies are offering care for the illness.More >>
In America today, depression ranks among the top three workplace problems, following only family crisis and stress. Today, more and more companies are offering care for the illness.More >>
When someone has depression, it's more than feeling sad. It's an intense feeling of sadness and other symptoms. Depression can make you feel utterly alone, but it doesn't have to be that way.More >>
When someone has depression, it's more than feeling sad. It's an intense feeling of sadness and other symptoms. Depression can make you feel utterly alone, but it doesn't have to be that way.More >>
An uninsured, young, disabled woman has an uphill battle as she struggles to regain her health. The problem for this 27-year-old woman is she has no medical insurance.More >>
An uninsured, young, disabled woman has an uphill battle as she struggles to regain her health. The problem for this 27-year-old woman is she has no medical insurance.More >>
A measure to test welfare applicants for drugs passed Tuesday on the final day of the 107th General Assembly. It's been modified multiple times to address questions over its constitutionality.More >>
A measure to test welfare applicants for drugs passed Tuesday on the final day of the 107th General Assembly. It's been modified multiple times to address questions over its constitutionality.More >>
Domestic violence and child abuse goes unreported too often, but in Scott County almost 1,000 people took action Friday to help stop these crimes and save lives. They took part in the Nancy Swain Watters Memorial Walk.More >>
The Ready to Run group had our final training day for our first 5K race, Volunteer Ministry Center's 5k Run and Walk. It benefits VMC's programs to end or prevent homelessness.More >>
The Ready to Run crew has completed week five of training for their first 5K, benefiting Volunteer Ministry Center's programs to end or prevent homelessness.More >>
It's week four of training for the Ready to Run group attempting their first 5K. Until now the group hung in there, but this week didn't go so well.More >>
Trainer Levi Dodd is amping up training, calling it "summer school," and condensing what would be a longer training period into just seven weeks.More >>
Over the next seven weeks, 6 News Anchor Lori Tucker and a group of women will share their progress as they train for their first race: Volunteer Ministry Center's 5K Race and Fun WalkMore >>
Kenny Hall, former Vol basketball player is talking about his dealings with a University of Tennessee administrator in trouble for possible inappropriate relationships with student athletes.More >>
Kenny Hall, former Vol basketball player is talking about his dealings with a University of Tennessee administrator in trouble for possible inappropriate relationships with student athletes.More >>
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.More >>
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.More >>
A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.More >>
A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.More >>
The co-chair of a local tea party group traveled to Washington D.C. Friday for a hearing on the IRS scandal involving the agency allegedly purposely targeting conservative groups.More >>
The co-chair of a local tea party group traveled to Washington D.C. Friday for a hearing on the IRS scandal involving the agency allegedly purposely targeting conservative groups.More >>
The Sevier County Sheriff's Department said Stephen Russell, 42, was arrested Friday morning and charged with five counts of aggravated burglary.More >>
The Sevier County Sheriff's Department said Stephen Russell, 42, was arrested Friday morning and charged with five counts of aggravated burglary.More >>
The Powerball jackpot hits a record high of $600 million and it could go even higher. You have until 9:59 Saturday night to buy your Powerball tickets.More >>
The Powerball jackpot hits a record high of $600 million and it could go even higher. You have until 9:59 Saturday night to buy your Powerball tickets.More >>
At Tellico Turnings in Monroe County, one local wood-turning artist is turning out some incredible and functional pieces for your home, all made out of local wood.More >>
At Tellico Turnings in Monroe County, one local wood-turning artist is turning out some incredible and functional pieces for your home, all made out of local wood.More >>
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.More >>
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.More >>
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.More >>
Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash, a new study shows.More >>
The widening American waistline may be feeding an epidemic of sleep apnea, potentially robbing millions of people of a good night's rest, a new study suggests.More >>
The widening American waistline may be feeding an epidemic of sleep apnea, potentially robbing millions of people of a good night's rest, a new study suggests.More >>
When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study.More >>
When a health insurer told obese people they could either pay 20 percent more for coverage or start exercising, most of them decided to get active, according to a new study.More >>
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.More >>
Scientists report that they were able to improve the math-calculation skills of college students by buzzing their brains with doses of random high-frequency noise.More >>
As many as one in five American children under the age of 17 has a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to a new federal report.More >>
As many as one in five American children under the age of 17 has a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, according to a new federal report.More >>
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.More >>
There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. But a new federal report will have you thinking twice before dipping a toe in the water.More >>
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.More >>
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.More >>
An experimental drug that taps the power of the body's immune system to fight cancer is shrinking tumors in patients for whom other treatments have failed, an early study shows.More >>
An experimental drug that taps the power of the body's immune system to fight cancer is shrinking tumors in patients for whom other treatments have failed, an early study shows.More >>
East Tennessee Children's Hospital is a private, independent, not-for-profit pediatric medical center that has served the children of East Tennessee since 1937. More >>
