Chattanooga Times Free Press, Jan. 27, 2021 BlueCross offers grants to aid state’s vaccinations Tennessee’s biggest health insurer is offering aid to help spread vaccinations for the COVID-19 virus across the state. The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation, the philanthropic …
Tennessee launches hotline for older adults feeling isolated or in need of services during COVID-19 pandemic
Chattanooga Times Free Press, Wyatt Massey, Jan. 3, 2021 Tennessee state agencies are working to provide support for elderly people who may feel isolated during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The “TN Hope Line” is a partnership among the Governor’s Office …
A dive into health data reveals why some are more at risk to get sick or die from the coronavirus
Chattanooga Times Free Press, Elizabeth Fite, Jan. 1, 2021 Health data from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is providing insight into what makes some people more vulnerable to COVID-19 and less likely to accept vaccines. As with many diseases and health …
COVID-19 vaccines set to arrive in Tennessee after months of uncertainty
Chattanooga Times Free Press, Elizabeth Fite, Dec. 5, 2020 Tennessee’s first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine is expected to arrive at 27 hospitals across the state around Dec. 19, and those most at-risk from the serious and deadly COVID-19 infection will begin to …
Willis: Getting the flu vaccine is more than a personal choice | Opinion
Chattanooga Times Free Press, Dr. Andrea Willis, October 5, 2020 In years past, many people may have waved off the flu shot. As a doctor, I’ve heard it all: “I’m too busy.” “I don’t like needles.” “Last year’s vaccine wasn’t …