Tenn. Code Ann. § 68-1-2203 - Functions of the Tennessee Office of Minority Health

The functions of the Tennessee Office of Minority Health are as follows:

1. To help the Commissioner of Health assess the health needs of the minority populations within the state;
2. To recommend to the Commissioner programs that are sensitive and relevant to the cultural, linguistic, and ethnic needs of the minority population;
3. To provide consultation, technical assistance, and reference materials on minority health issues to providers, organizations, and other agencies;
4. To promote awareness of minority health issues and aid in addressing these issues;
5. To disseminate information on available minority health services;
6. To provide opportunities where minorities given their input on departmental policies;
7. To coordinate with other agencies providing services to minority populations;
8. To develop local coalitions that focus on community minority health programs;
9. To seek funding from various entities to carry out the functions of the Office of Minority Health.