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<strong>Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville has doubled its ICU capacity with a new $11 million expansion.</strong> (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)Premium Health Care

Collierville hospital doubles ICU beds, plans to grow ER next

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville opened a brand-new ICU — doubling its capacity and enhancing comfort for patients and families.

By Abigail Warren 4 hours ago
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After new food pyramid, Memphis experts say change was overdue — but local challenges remain

As federal nutrition guidelines flip decades of advice, Memphis health experts say real change will depend less on a new graphic and more on whether families can afford and access the foods it promotes.

By Christin Yates, The Associated Press January 20, 2026
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‘Playing offense, not defense’ with health: Physical therapy practice built for long-term health

Founded by Memphis natives Clay and Emily Jones, 901PT is redefining physical therapy by slowing down care, focusing on long-term health and helping patients stay active for life.

By Christin Yates January 20, 2026
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‘Largest investment in rural health in Tennessee’s history’ could transform medical care in Shelby County

Shelby County’s metro hospitals were forced to collaborate with rural hospitals as West Tennessee communities lost access to care. But a large federal grant could alleviate some of that pressure.

By Noah McLane January 20, 2026

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    Work, working out and walking: Reasons the Mid-South needs to move

    New data shows Tennessee and Mississippi rank among the nation’s most physically inactive states. 

    By Christin Yates January 19, 2026
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    Trees on Wolf River Boulevard cleared for possibly 2 new Germantown medical offices

    Twin Bridges Investment plans to extend the suburb’s medical corridor to the west with a pair of 54,000-square-foot office buildings.

    By Abigail Warren January 15, 2026
  • Health Care

    ‘Digital detox’ or just real life? Memphis experts say it’s time to log off

    There are three things technology can never replace, experts say: relationships, coping skills and sleep. 

    By Christin Yates January 12, 2026
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    NASA, space plants and beauty: How red-light therapy found its way to the mainstream

    Red-light therapy, a type of LED-light therapy, is a treatment that uses wavelengths of red or near-infrared light to stimulate cells into creating more energy.

    By Lydia Williams January 11, 2026
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    Baptist Memorial sells Germantown-based clinic

    The Germantown-based center, which started operating as its own clinic last week, will continue to work closely with Baptist.

    By Steve Bohnel January 09, 2026
  • Public Safety

    Jury finds local gynecologist guilty of 40 charges

    A federal jury found a Memphis gynecologist guilty on 40 of 46 counts related to healthcare fraud and reuse of unsanitary medical devices.

    By Aarron Fleming January 07, 2026
  • Health Care

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis forced to reschedule some procedures

    The HVAC leak began Monday morning. Additionally, ambulance traffic into the hospital is being rerouted.

    By Steve Bohnel January 08, 2026
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    Sensory deprivation tanks: Making stress float away?

    Inside the dark and quiet pod, floating in salt water, the only thing left to focus on is yourself. 

    By Lydia Williams January 09, 2026
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    Anyone can do science: How a little girl from rural Louisiana became a research leader at UTHSC

    About a year and a half ago, Dr. Jessica Snowden became the vice chancellor for research at UTHSC as well as a professor in the College of Medicine — and she has big plans for the university.

    By John Klyce January 04, 2026
  • Health Care

    Lymphatic massage gains momentum in Memphis

    Lymphatic-drainage massage is gaining traction across Memphis as practitioners and clients alike tout its gentle techniques, postsurgical benefits and surprising impact on overall wellness.

    By Christin Yates January 09, 2026
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    Want to be healthier? Local app makers are looking out for you.

    A new wave of Memphis-connected health apps is giving residents real-time tools to track stress, manage chronic conditions and adjust care without waiting for a doctor’s visit.

    By Christin Yates January 09, 2026
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    ‘Crazy amazing:’ How an artist painted one of the city’s largest murals at Le Bonheur

    “We wanted it to look like, no matter what your background is or where you’re from, come to Le Bonheur, and you’ll be at home,” said the artist. “If you’re from outer space and you need to come to Le Bonheur, be from outer space. Or, if you live in a cactus or if you live in a boot, come on by.”

    By John Klyce January 04, 2026
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    Memphis Zoo elephant predicts who will win the 2025 AutoZone Liberty Bowl

    Can an African elephant make the correct call on a contest between Bearcats and Midshipmen?

    By Lydia Williams December 16, 2025
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    Marathon runners are called St. Jude Heroes, but ‘everyone knows’ young patients are the truly brave ones

    More than 22,000 runners took part in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Saturday, which officials hope will raise $16 million for the hospital

    By Jody Callahan December 06, 2025
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    Supporters prepare to hit the ground running ahead of St. Jude’s biggest fundraising event

    “I’m just running a little race,” said a St. Jude Memphis Marathon weekend participant about the organization’s annual fundraiser to help end childhood cancer.

    By Jody Callahan December 07, 2025
  • Public Safety

    Trial begins for Memphis doctor over $41M in reimbursement

    Dr. Sanjeev Kumar is charged with dozens of medical-related crimes and then billing Medicare and Medicaid to get reimbursed.

    By Aarron Fleming December 02, 2025
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    Some viruses can wreak havoc on the brain. These UT scientists are working on a way to fix that.

    A team at UTHSC is using a revolutionary method to study certain types of viruses and test an antiviral drug.

    By John Klyce November 30, 2025
  • Health Care

    WWII hero and pioneering scientist dies at 100

    “They talk about the greatest generation. (Dr. Murray Heimberg) was one of them.”

    By John Klyce November 25, 2025
  • Health Care

    Helen Hunt to speak at Methodist Healthcare’s annual luncheon

    Previous luncheon speakers included Dennis Quaid, Taye Diggs, Leslie Odom Jr., Rob Lowe, Octavia Spencer and Diane Keaton.

    By Lydia Williams November 15, 2025
  • Education

    High schoolers, hand drills and bone saws

    Orthopaedic Exploration Day gives students hands-on experience with the nuts and bolts of orthopedic surgery. 

    By Lydia Williams November 07, 2025
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    For this dentist who makes house calls, her life mission is ‘more than just about teeth’

    Blessed Smiles Mobile Dental offers preventive and restorative services, simple oral surgeries, and emergency visits to patients who are homebound, in senior-care facilities or with dental anxiety.

    By Sophia Surrett November 02, 2025
  • Premium Real Estate

    Local shop remodels to support more women, one bra at a time

    A Fitting Place is a staple for many women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, as they struggle to find customized post-mastectomy bras.

    By Sophia Surrett October 27, 2025
  • Premium Health Care

    Glasses that slow nearsightedness in children now FDA-approved

    “For a long time, it’s been our desire to try to halt progression as nearsightedness develops, especially with it being on the rise,” said a local optometrist. It is estimated that more than 50% of the world population may become nearsighted by 2025. 

    By Lydia Williams October 12, 2025
  • City of Memphis

    City Council calls for meeting to rethink Regional One plan

    The council passed a unanimous, but nonbinding, resolution asking for Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris to reconsider the current $1.9 billion plan.

    By Bill Dries October 08, 2025
  • Health Care

    Evening exercise: Fitness Under the Stars returns to Tom Lee Park

    Each October, as the sun sets over the Mississippi River, Memphians gather under the Sunset Canopy at Tom Lee Park to dance, box or do Pilates in the dusk. 

    By Christin Yates October 06, 2025

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