NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — North Nashville is known for its rich cultural history and diversity. It's also where, for too long, too many people face serious health challenges. In fact, it has the highest rate of uncontrolled hypertension cases in the county.

In the heart of North Nashville — where community means family — a new heartbeat of hope is pulsing stronger than ever through Heart of Nashville: Operation Pulse.

Launched in 2024 with support from the Metro Nashville Public Health Department, it's the city's first Wellness Opportunity Zone, created to take on one of the community's toughest battles: high blood pressure.

"The Belmont University report that was put out a couple of years ago showed that in North Nashville, there was a higher rate of hypertension, uncontrolled hyperten

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