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COBRA benefits extension










By Lindsey Deweese


Those who have been laid off in the troubled economic climate clearly face many challenges, such as paying their bills and finding new employment. If you are out of work, maintaining your health insurance may be a little easier, however, because of a new law signed late last year. The Tennessee Society of CPAs explains what you need to know. Under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, known as COBRA, it's possible for former employees to continue receiving health care coverage under their old employer's plan.

ElderWatch
seminar scheduled







By Cindy Smith


East Tennessee ElderWatch is sponsoring a conference, "Journey to Justice, Confronting Elder Abuse in the Real World," on April 22, at the Knoxville Airport Hilton in Alcoa. This professional seminar will provide a realistic view of investigation and prosecution of elder abuse cases and alternative community resources. Don Dare, WATE-TV investigative reporter, will be the moderator for this one-day event. Presenters will include Jennifer Millsaps, TBI Forensic Scientist; Jim Milam, Assistant District Attorney, Davidson County; Del Holley, Assistant District Attorney, Knox County; and Monica Franklin, certified elder law attorney.






Reduce house fires
by not smoking












 

According to the United States Fire Administration, almost 1,000 smokers and non-smokers are killed in home fires caused by cigarettes and other smoking materials every year. These fires and the associated deaths are preventable. The Department of Health and the Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine are participating in Burn Awareness Week by reminding Tennesseans they can help prevent home fires by quitting smoking. "In addition to the lives claimed every year by diseases caused by tobacco use, people die in fires caused by smoking, and these tragedies are preventable," said Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN.

Who Benefits
from Fish Oil Supplemements

The answer to this question is EVERYONE. I have been recommending fish oil supplements to my patients for years and take them myself. I had read years ago that it would prevent primary heart attacks and started taking the supplements then.


New dialysis facility opens
in Powell

Fresenius Medical Care North America, operator of the nation's leading network of dialysis facilities, today announced the opening of Fresenius Medical Care Powell, an advanced dialysis clinic that will serve the area's growing population of patients with chronic kidney disease.


Medic

Medic Regional Blood Center needs your help! We are critically low on ALL blood types at this time. Donors can donate at any of our seven daily mobile sites or one of our two fixed sites: 1601 Ailor Avenue near downtown, Knoxville and 11000 Kingston Pike in Farragut near Pittsburgh Paints.

TennCare 

Fraud arrests

The owner of an Overton County pharmacy has pled guilty to six felony counts, including TennCare fraud, in Overton County Criminal Court. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) announced the plea, which was entered in the courtroom of Judge David Patterson.


Six lifestyle changes to a healthier heart

There are many conditions that make up heart disease, including heart attack, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and angina. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.


Fi(GH)t for
the cure

Step into the ring with Wacoal to help knockout breast cancer with Fi(GH)t for the Cure?! Participate in any Fit for the Cure event to receive a complimentary bra fitting in Wacoal or b.tempt'd intimate apparel.


Thursday, 4th:

WDVX Blue Plate Special with Marc Douglas Berardo and Jerry Leger at the Knoxville Visitor Center.

Friday, 5th:

Brad Paisleyat Thompson Bolwing Arena.

Saturday, 6th:

Lord of the Dance at the Tennessee Theatre.

Sunday, 7th:

Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Baily Circus "ILLUSICNATION" at the Knoxville Colisuem.

Monday, 8th:

WDVX Blue Plate Special with Miss Tess at the Knoxville Visitor Center.

Tuesday, 9th:

Volunteer Princess Cruises - Buffet Dinner Cruise. Go to Volunteer Princess Yacht Cruises and Events.

Wednesday, 10th:

Ani DiFranco at the Bijou Theatre.