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Creating a in Music City through open dialogue, aligning resources, & partnerships. We invite you to join us on this journey.

NashvilleHealth is a bold new initiative that creates a culture of health and wellbeing by serving as a convener to open dialogue, align resources and build smart strategic partnerships to forge a dynamic plan to improve the health of all Nashvillians. Nashville is a thriving, energetic city, and we are in the midst of an economic boom. Known as an “it” city, we have one of the highest rates of em

ployment growth of any large metropolis since the Great Recession. Additionally, with a $70+ billion healthcare services industry that includes 17 publicly traded companies, we are known globally as an innovative healthcare center. Unfortunately, the overall health of our own population is poor – which, left unaddressed, threatens our long-term vitality. Our brand as an attractive city is not sustainable if the health of our people continues to rank below peer cities. Founded by former Senator Majority Leader Bill Frist, MD, NashvilleHealth seeks to build a culture of health in Davidson County.

08/12/2026

Extreme heat isn’t just about the temperature. It’s about whether people can safely get through everyday life.

NashvilleHealth founder Senator Bill Frist, M.D Frist breaks down why addressing heat means looking at health, infrastructure and the people most at risk, then building solutions that help communities stay safer.

Measure it. Map it. Build for it.

08/11/2026

CEO Mark Yancy says collaboration starts from within, and our team is a great example of that.

We’re proud to celebrate Gretchen Funk and Sarah Lonn-Maher for the ideas, research and leadership they bring to our work every day. Their contributions help turn collaboration into real impact for our community.

08/10/2026

What should older generations understand about the next generation?

In this clip, Elissa shares her perspective on what drives her generation and why finding personal purpose is such an important part of how young people approach the world around them.

Watch the full Summer Intern Spotlight conversation with NashvilleHealth CEO Mark Yancy here: https://youtu.be/1YONmkVb9Sw

08/07/2026

What do you want to be able to say about the life and career you built when you look back at 75?

For NashvilleHealth summer intern Caroline Cox, the answer is rooted in taking chances, giving her best effort, and using collaboration and communication to make a positive difference.

Watch the full Summer Intern Spotlight conversation with NashvilleHealth CEO Mark Yancy here: https://youtu.be/MHpQnyfYrhM

08/04/2026

In this post, created by the NashvilleHealth intern Caroline Cox, we examine Nashville’s ParkScore ranking, the progress our city has made and the opportunity ahead with Metro Nashville's updated Plan to Play 2026 to help more residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park.

Accessible parks encourage physical activity, strengthen community connections and provide spaces to enjoy nature. By continuing to invest in safe, welcoming and accessible green spaces, Nashville can build on its momentum and help create a healthier city for everyone.

Follow Metro Nashville to stay up to date on Plan to Play 2026. More information can be found here: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/parks/plan-play

07/31/2026

This summer, NashvilleHealth had the pleasure of welcoming two talented high school interns to our team: Caroline Cox of Ensworth School and Elissa Patel of Harpeth Hall School.

They have truly impressed us with the fresh ideas, hard work and dedication they brought to our mission. Stay tuned as we share more about their experiences and what they learned during their time with NashvilleHealth!

07/30/2026

In this clip, NashvilleHealth summer intern Lexi Straus reflects on the legacy she hopes to build, one rooted in empathy, helping others and empowering people to recognize their own gifts. We’re proud of Lexi for centering compassion and teamwork and know these skills will bring her great success as she continues to grow.

Watch her full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VS2EPFQAzws

07/29/2026

In this clip, NashvilleHealth summer intern Aakansh Yerpude shares why understanding your unique strengths, passions, and talents is so important when building a career. We're thankful for the insight and creativity Aakansh has contributed during his internship and look forward to seeing where his journey leads next.

Watch Aakansh’s full interview with NashvilleHealth CEO Mark Yancy on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qagEcJZOOn4

07/28/2026

In this clip, NashvilleHealth summer intern Amaya White shares why she hopes to become both a physician and a public health practitioner. We’re proud of Amaya for bringing a public health perspective to her journey toward becoming a pediatrician and excited to see the impact she'll make!

Watch Amaya’s full interview with NashvilleHealth CEO Mark Yancy on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BXQMbDSPM5c

07/27/2026

This summer, NashvilleHealth had the pleasure of welcoming three talented undergraduate interns to our team: Lexi Straus of Tulane University, Aakansh Yerpude of Princeton University and Amaya White of Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU).

We’re grateful for the fresh ideas, hard work and dedication they brought to our mission. Stay tuned this week as we debut special interviews with each intern and hear more about their experience with NashvilleHealth!

Thank you, Lexi, Aakansh and Amaya. We appreciate you!

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