Funds for the purchase will come from state-shared tax revenue and local property tax payments. Because the property was once the site of a service station, the city also was responsible for the removal of underground gas tanks. A geological study of the property showed no underground contamination or environmental problems. The program, called Medi-Guard, will be conducted by the Tennessee National Guard, Nashville Memorial Hospital and the Metro Health Department. Services will include blood pressure and cholesterol testing, dental, eye and hearing exams, athletic physicals and doctor visits.
Immunizations also are available for people who have their record of previous vaccinations.
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