Knox County Public Health Department will observe Child Health Week Oct. 3-8.
This year’s celebration marks 83 years. President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed the first Child
Health Day in 1928 and would be observed annually. Tennessee has expanded the observance to a
week. (Link to http://health.state.tn.us/MCH/CHW.shtml)
The 2011 Theme: “A Healthy Tennessee Begins With a Healthy Me”
Goal and Message:
Every child in Tennessee deserves to grow up healthy and happy. Every person in Knox
County can have a positive impact on the health and well-being of our children by
helping them to stay active, encouraging healthy eating habits and promoting healthy
choices.
Activities:
Diaper Bags: The first 75 babies born at Fort Sanders Regional and University of
Tennessee medical centers (150 babies total) will receive a free Diaper Bag with
information and products for raising healthy babies.
Health Fair Event: Monday, Oct 3, at Lonsdale Recreation Center -- afterschool
Walk to School Day: Wednesday, Oct. 5 (local elementary and middle schools)
• Promote family involvements and physical activity
School Marquees: Elementary School Message: “Eat, Play, Live Healthy”
Middle and High: “Be Choosy Be Healthy
Libraries: Each of the following Knox County Library branches will be reading stories
centered on healthy habits, such as visiting the doctor, brushing your teeth, etc.
Children will receive a The Kids Are Special goody bag (while supplies last) that
includes: a Bright Future coloring book, sticker, mini football or basketball, educational
information for parents on immunization, nutrition-Picky Eaters, health physical
schedule and incentive for parents.
Participating branches: Lawson McGee, Burlington, Karns, South Knox, Halls, Fountain
City, North Knox, and Bonny Kate
For more information: Contact 215-5173
Collaborative Partners: TENNderCare, Health Dept., KAPPI, Knox County Schools,
Knox County Coordinated School Health, United Healthcare Community Plan, Volunteer
State Health Plan, Knox County Libraries, E TN Children’s Hospital, UT Ag Extension,
Child Care Referral and Resource Center, Western Height Dental and Cherokee Health
Systems.
Knox County Public Health Department now has flu shots for the 2011-12 season.
For a map and directions, select the location name.
Health Services Clinic: Main
Main Health Clinic
140 Dameron Ave
Knoxville, TN, USA, 37917
Phone: (865) 215-5000; Fax: (865) 215-5295
TDD: (865) 215-5001
Health Services Clinic: Teague
405 Dante Road
Knoxville, TN, USA, 37918
Phone: (865) 215-5500 for Preventative Health Services,
EPSDT, and Family Planning
Health Services Clinic: West
1028 Old Cedar Bluff Road
Knoxville, TN, USA, 37931
Phone: (865) 215-5950 for Preventative Health Services,
EPSDT, and Family Planning
Health Services Clinic: Hardy
2202 Martin Luther King Avenue
Knoxville, TN, USA, 37915
Phone: (865) 215-5470 for Preventative Health Services,
EPSDT, and Family Planning
Falls are the second leading cause of accidental death in the United States and 75 percent of these falls occur in the older adult population.
In Knox County, more than 4,200 people aged 65 and older sought hospital care for falls in 2008 (the most current data), and approximately 20 people die each year from their injuries.
That's why Knox County Health Department (KCHD) and the Knoxville-Knox County Senior Safety Task Force will be hosting its annual community-wide Senior Falls Prevention seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 2nd Presbyterian Church at 2829 Kingston Pike in Knoxville.
This year's theme is "Your Roadmap to Preventing Falls." The seminar is free and open to the public, but participants must register to reserve their spot by calling 541- 4500.
Following national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention protocol, Knox County Health
Department will conduct follow up spraying in the West Fourth Avenue area close to I-275
where West Nile Virus (WNV) was found in mosquitoes. Spraying is scheduled for
Thursday, Sept. 1 from 9 p.m. to midnight to reduce the mosquito population and the risk of
further WNV spread. Signs will be erected in the affected areas to alert residents, who are
asked to stay inside and bring pets inside during spraying.
The spray area includes:
West Fourth Avenue near I-275: All streets along The I-275 corridor between W. Oldham
Avenue/W. Woodland Avenue and Western Avenue; east of College Street and west of
Central Avenue and Broadway. (See map below and attached).
WNV is a mosquito-borne disease which can infect humans, horses and birds. To address the
public health concerns caused by mosquitoes, KCHD conducts a mosquito control program
during the summer months. As the weather begins to warm each spring, public health
professionals begin trapping mosquitoes around the county, testing batches weekly for West
Nile Virus, a mosquito-borne disease which can infect humans, horses and birds. WNV
affected areas are sprayed with an approved mist when needed to reduce the mosquito
population. From March until the first frost, larvicides also are used in areas with standing
water to prevent mosquito proliferation. Birds such as blue jays, crows and robins also are
monitored for signs of WNV.
MOSQUITO CONTROL TIPS
Eliminating breeding areas is an important factor in controlling the mosquito population. KCHD
urges the public to reduce breeding sites around their homes by following these tips:
• Dispose of, regularly empty, or turn over any water holding containers on your property
such as tires, cans, flowerpots, or trashcans.
• Drill holes in the bottom of recycling containers that are left outdoors.
• Make sure roof gutters drain properly and water doesn’t stand in them.
• Change the water in birdbaths at least once a week.
• Turn over plastic wading pools and wheelbarrows when not in use.
• Keep swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs clean and properly chlorinated;
• Remove standing water from pool covers.
TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESS
It also is important for residents to take necessary precautions against West Nile Virus during
outside activity, either by proper clothing or insect repellant. The best way to protect yourself
and your family is to keep mosquitoes from biting you. During mosquito season (generally April
through October), take the following precautions:
• Limit outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, if possible, since this is the time of
greatest mosquito activity.
• If you are outside when mosquitoes are prevalent, wear protective clothing such as long
pants, long-sleeved shirts and socks.
• Use a mosquito repellant that contains DEET (the chemical N-N-diethyl-meta-
toluamide); and
• Follow the directions on the label. If you are concerned about using repellent products
on children you may wish to consult a health care provider for advice or contact the
National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) through their toll-free number at 1-800-
858-7378 or npic.orst.edu.
More information on the mosquito control program and the treatment schedule are available by
calling 215-5200 or online at http://knoxcounty.org/health/vector_mosquito_control.php. KCHD
also provides the West Nile Virus Fact Sheet and the Public Health Fact Sheet discussing
insect bites and repellents. All informational materials may be reproduced and distributed as
needed. A mosquito control technician is available to discuss mosquito control at community
groups or neighborhood association meetings.
KCHD is committed to promoting public health policies and practices that safeguard and
improve quality of life for all residents. KCHD offers an array of resources, including medical
and dental services, family planning, disease surveillance and control, emergency
preparedness, air quality management, environmental services, food preparation oversight in
public places, special nutritional programs for women with children and much more. For more
information, visit www.knoxcounty.org/health.
Knox County Health Department (KCHD) has received a positive lab report of West Nile Virus
in a mosquito pool in the West Fourth Avenue area close to I-275. Following national Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention protocol, the affected areas will be sprayed to reduce the
mosquito population and the risk of further WNV spread. Spraying is scheduled for Thursday,
Aug. 18 from 9 p.m. to midnight. Follow up spraying will be on Thursday, Sept. 1 during the
same time period. Signs have been erected in the affected area to alert residents who also are
asked to stay inside during spraying and keep pets inside.
The spray area includes:
West Fourth Avenue near I-275: All areas north of College Street, south of Beaumont Street,
south of Baxter Avenue, west of Central Avenue, north of Broadway. (See map below and
attached).
“Mosquito activity should slow down once the temperatures start to cool below 55 degrees in
the evening,” Said Ronnie Nease, KCHD director of Environmental Health. “Until then, it is
important to protect yourself. That means if you are outside when mosquitoes are prevalent,
wear protective clothing such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts and socks, and use a
mosquito repellant containing DEET. Also, survey your yard to remove potential mosquito
breeding areas.” [NOTE: see mosquito control tips below.]
WNV is a mosquito-borne disease which can infect humans, horses and birds. To address the
public health concerns caused by mosquitoes, KCHD conducts a mosquito control program
during the summer months. As the weather begins to warm each spring, public health
professionals begin trapping mosquitoes around the county, testing batches weekly for West
Nile Virus, a mosquito-borne disease which can infect humans, horses and birds. WNV
affected areas are sprayed with an approved mist when needed to reduce the mosquito
population. From March until the first frost, larvicides also are used in areas with standing
water to prevent mosquito proliferation. Birds such as blue jays, crows and robins also are
monitored for signs of WNV.
MOSQUITO CONTROL TIPS
Eliminating breeding areas is an important factor in controlling the mosquito population. KCHD
urges the public to reduce breeding sites around their homes by following these tips:
• Dispose of, regularly empty, or turn over any water holding containers on your property
such as tires, cans, flowerpots, or trashcans.
• Drill holes in the bottom of recycling containers that are left outdoors.
• Make sure roof gutters drain properly and water doesn’t stand in them.
• Change the water in birdbaths at least once a week.
• Turn over plastic wading pools and wheelbarrows when not in use.
• Keep swimming pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs clean and properly chlorinated;
• Remove standing water from pool covers.
TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESS
It also is important for residents to take necessary precautions against West Nile Virus during
outside activity, either by proper clothing or insect repellant. The best way to protect yourself
and your family is to keep mosquitoes from biting you. During mosquito season (generally April
through October), take the following precautions:
• Limit outdoor activities between dusk and dawn, if possible, since this is the time of
greatest mosquito activity.
• If you are outside when mosquitoes are prevalent, wear protective clothing such as long
pants, long-sleeved shirts and socks.
• Use a mosquito repellant that contains DEET (the chemical N-N-diethyl-meta-
toluamide); and
• Follow the directions on the label. If you are concerned about using repellent products
on children you may wish to consult a health care provider for advice or contact the
National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC) through their toll-free number at 1-800-
858-7378 or npic.orst.edu.
More information on the mosquito control program and the treatment schedule are available by
calling 215-5200 or online at http://knoxcounty.org/health/vector_mosquito_control.php. KCHD
also provides the West Nile Virus Fact Sheet and the Public Health Fact Sheet discussing
insect bites and repellents. All informational materials may be reproduced and distributed as
needed. A mosquito control technician is available to discuss mosquito control at community
groups or neighborhood association meetings.
KCHD is committed to promoting public health policies and practices that safeguard and
improve quality of life for all residents. KCHD offers an array of resources, including medical
and dental services, family planning, disease surveillance and control, emergency
preparedness, air quality management, environmental services, food preparation oversight in
public places, special nutritional programs for women with children and much more. For more
information, visit www.knoxcounty.org/health.
and Outlying Clinics
Main Clinic, 140 Dameron Avenue (map)
Phone: 215-5000
Hours: MF, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- The Women Infants and Children Nutritional Supplement Program (WIC) and the Women's Health Clinic are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Extended hours are offered on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month until 6 p.m.
All other Knox County Health Department clinics are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Directions
From I-275- Exit at Baxter Avenue; go East on Baxter to Wray Street traffic light; turn right on Wray, go 2 blocks; turn left on to Dameron Avenue; left in to patient parking lot.
Hardy Clinic, 2202 Martin Luther King Avenue (map)
Phone: 215-5470
NEW hours as of January 31, 2011: Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Beginning Feb.14 they will be closed 11 a.m. to noon for lunch
Directions
From West Knoxville- Take Exit 389 right on Hall of Fame Drive; cross over Magnolia Avenue, turn left on Summit Hill Avenue; turn left on Martin Luther King Avenue; clinic is on the right. From South Knoxville
- Take James White Parkway to Riverside Drive Hwy.; go to East Hill Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue; clinic is on the right. From Downtown
- From E. Summit Hill Avenue, turn left on Martin Luther King Avenue; clinic is on the right.
Teague Clinic, 405 Dante School Road (map)
Phone: 215-5500
NEW hours as of January 31, 2011: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Beginning Feb.14 they will be closed 11 a.m. to noon for lunch
Directions
From I-75- Callahan Road exit; go east across Central Avenue Pike; cross railroad track; clinic is 1/4 Mile on the right.
From Halls
- Go Cedar Lane to I-75 or 1-640 to I-75; take Callahan Road exit; go east across Central Avenue Pike; cross railroad track; clinic is 1/4 Mile on the right.
West Clinic, 1028 Old Cedar Bluff (map)
Phone: 215-5950
Hours: M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Directions
From I-40- North on Cedar Bluff Road, go approximately 1 mile to light at Weigel's; turn right on to Old Cedar Bluff; clinic is the first brick building on right.
From Middlebrook Pike
- CVS is on the right, Horn of Plenty on left; turn left onto Old Cedar Bluff; clinic is on the left.
