Health

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Brain Games

Like exercise for the body, games can help keep the brain active and engaged. However, experts emphasize that games are most beneficial when combined with other activities that support overall brain health.

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From the President

Mindful of Tennessee’s Health

UT faculty, clinicians and students advance brain health through research, education and care, strengthening Tennessee communities and preparing tomorrow’s workforce.

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Historically Speaking

Path to Neuroscience Excellence

In 1985, the University of Tennessee System created a multidisciplinary Neuroscience Center of Excellence to address the growing complexity of brain research and the need for collaboration across disciplines.

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How Do You Feel Today?

UT’s Chief Wellness Officer Dr. Jessi Gold champions evidence-based well-being, encouraging daily check-ins, practical coping skills and systemwide support for student and employee wellness.

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From the President

Wellness That Reaches Every Tennessean

Across the University of Tennessee System, wellness efforts support communities statewide by improving healthcare access, financial security, education, and overall quality of life.

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News and Updates

Everywhere You Look, UT Hits Milestone

The Everywhere You Look, UT mural campaign, which is painting its way across Tennessee, reached a milestone this summer of 70 murals now complete in 64 counties.

Occupational therapy student Akosua Odei watches as the actor playing a patient with multiple sclerosis bats a balloon with Georgia Ray, an occupational therapy student.
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Occupying Home

UTHSC students use simulated home environments to learn how to assess patient needs in a home setting and care for patients based on those assessments.

News and Updates

Historic Investiture Held

Peter Buckley has been formally installed as the 11th chancellor of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

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The Great Pause

2020 isn’t the first time the University of Tennessee entered into a pause.

The Fetal Heart Monitor App in the simulation lab
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An Innovation in Simulation

Fetal heart monitor app helps train future nurses.

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From the President

Educate, Discover, Connect

When talking about the impact of the University of Tennessee, I often use the phrase “educate, discover and connect.” There are hundreds of examples of UT faculty, staff and students fulfilling that mission every day.

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Donors’ Vision Improves Patients’ Sight

With generous community support, the Hamilton Eye Institute aims for "best eye care in the world."