Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security officials today announced preliminary figures indicating the state has recorded the fewest number of traffic fatalities in 48 years. In 2011, there were 947 traffic-related deaths on Tennessee roadways, representing the lowest figure since 1963 when 941 people were killed as a result of a crash.

NASHVILLE – William’s the winner for five years running, but Tennessee parents of new baby girls have put Emma back in the top slot on the list of most popular names for children born in 2011.

While the most popular names for both girls and boys born in Tennessee remain largely unchanged from the previous year, new names have made their way into the top 10 on both lists this year. The top 10 names Tennessee parents chose for their new babies born in 2011* are as follows:

*provisional data

William has been the top choice for boys’ names in Tennessee since 2007. Emma has reclaimed the top spot on the 2011 list, after ranking number two in 2010. Emily broke into Tennessee’s top 10 name list this year, moving up from the 11th spot on the list last year. The 2011 top ten list for boys includes three new entries: Mason, making a giant leap from number 14 in 2010 all the way to number 2 this year; and John and Joshua, which both just missed the top 10 list last year.

“As we celebrate the births of these children, we want to remind all Tennesseans that the best way to ensure a healthy baby is to start with healthy parents,” said Michael D. Warren, MD, MPH, director of Maternal and Child Health. “Preconception health is vital to positive pregnancy outcomes.”

Provisional birth data show the average age of Tennessee women giving birth in 2011 as 26.7 years. Nearly 60 percent of women who had babies in Tennessee in 2011 had previously had a child, and just over 41 percent were first-time mothers. Only 3.2 percent of the births were multiple deliveries such as twins or triplets. The vast majority of Tennessee births in 2011, 98.9 percent, took place in a hospital.

“All women of childbearing age should take a multivitamin that includes 400 micrograms of folic acid daily, even if they are not planning to become pregnant. Folic acid helps reduce the risk certain birth defects, including spina bifida and anencephaly, if taken in adequate amounts before becoming pregnant and during the very early weeks of pregnancy,” Warren said.

Although all enriched cereals and grain products in the United States are fortified with folic acid, only one third of American women of childbearing age consume the recommended daily amount. Taking a multivitamin with folic acid every day is a simple way for women to get the optimum dosage.

Stopping tobacco use is another important part of improving overall health for prospective parents. The Department of Health offers smoking cessation support at all Tennessee county health departments, and places a special emphasis on assisting pregnant women who smoke. For more information, contact your local health department. County health department locations and contact information can be found online at http://health.state.tn.us/localdepartments.htm.

The Tennessee Tobacco QuitLine also offers free counseling and support to all Tennessee residents who want to quit smoking or using other tobacco products. Learn more about this service by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visiting www.tnquitline.com.

Proceeds from the sale of Nashville Fashion Week passes and tickets support the Nashville Fashion Forward Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

INSIDER ACCESS PASS $350

* high profile reserved seating for five nights of signature fashion shows
* premium gift bag with exclusive fashion and beauty products
* complimentary access to all official NFW parties
* invitations to exclusive Nashville Fashion Week events (private reception for fashion photographer Drew Doggett and exhibit viewing; private reception for Kelly Cutrone, CEO and founder of People’s Revolution, best-selling author an TV personality; private pre-opening tour of Nordstrom’s at The Mall at Green Hills in fall 2011)
* a very limited number of Insider Access Passes are available

ALL ACCESS PASS $250 

* reserved seating for five nights of signature fashion shows
* premium gift bag
* complimentary access to all official NFW parties
* a limited number of All Access Passes are available

KELLY CUTRONE AT NFW $20

* Kelly Cutrone, CEO and founder of People’s Revolution, best-selling author and TV personality, will talk about her career as a leading fashion publicist and brand strategist and share insights from her book, If You Have to Cry, Go Outside. The book will be available for purchase (cash/check only). (Please note that a separate ticket is required for this event and is not included in an Insider Pass or All Access Pass.)
* April 1, 12 p.m. at Belcourt Theatre

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS $50 – $75

* individual tickets are available for each night of Lexus Nashville Fashion Week (tickets for each night will be limited, based on size of venue and availability)
* tickets for Tuesday (March 29), Wednesday (March 30), Thursday (March 31): $50
* tickets for Friday (April 1), Saturday (April 2): $75
* Runway shows will begin each evening at 7:30 p.m. On some evenings, pre-show cocktail receptions will start at 6:30. Please check the Lexus Nashville Fashion Week schedule for the latest updates. Schedule Online

Tuesday, March 29, 9:30 p.m.
Cambria Kickoff Party, celebrating Manuel, with special guest Cheryl Tiegs
Hosted by Suzy Wong’s House of Yum.

You do NOT need to purchase a separate ticket to this party if you’ve already purchased a pass/ticket for Tuesday runway shows.

If you only want to attend this party, however, you must purchase a $10 ticket online or at the door (and present proof of age at door). Tickets are limited.

Friday, April 1, 9:30 p.m.
“Homegrown Nashville” After Party at Nashville Farmers Market
Featuring playlists by imogene + willie and live music.

You do NOT need to purchase a separate ticket to this party if you’ve already purchased a pass/ticket for Friday runway shows.

If you only want to attend this party, however, you must purchase a $10 ticket online or at the door (and present proof of age at door). Tickets are limited.

Saturday (April 2), 9 p.m.
“AM Style Lounge” Wrap Party with Arnold Myint at the Pinnacle

Insider and All Access Pass holders do NOT need to purchase a separate ticket for the AM Style Lounge.

Individual ticket holders for Saturday runway shows must purchase a separate $25 ticket online or at the door for the AM Style Lounge. TICKETS ARE LIMITED.

All panels are at Lipscomb University, Ezell Center.
Panels are free, but registration is required. REGISTER HERE!

Items from Lipscomb’s Halston collection will be on display throughout the afternoon.
Lipscomb is fortunate to own an outstanding collection of garments, portfolios, patterns,
and other memorabilia from the house of Halston. It is one of the finest collections of its
type, and is an outstanding example of historical costumes from a 20th century designer.

Wednesday, March 30, 12–3 p.m.

The Fashion Ad, 12 p.m.
Michael Howard, photographer
Amanda McRae, fashion/wardrobe stylist
Salome Steinman, model; Bravo’s “Make Me a Supermodel”

Retail Reality, 1:45 p.m.
Jacob Keiser, visual merchandiser
David Levy, co-owner, Levy’s
Rhett Murdaugh, manager, imogene + willie
Dena Ferrell Nance, owner and founder, whats-in-store

Thursday, March 31, 12-3 p.m.

Where Fashion and Web 2.0 Collide, 12 p.m.
Dave Delaney, social media strategist (davemadethat.com)
Nicholas Holland, CEO, Centresource Interactive Agency
Rachel Lang, marketing director, Project Artisan
Zarna Surti, blogger (Zarna’s Runway)