A student at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has been diagnosed with mumps, according to a report from KATC citing university and state health officials.
Thinking outside the box comes naturally to Dr. Kenny Civello. But, it’s what he’s putting in some boxes that helps patients diagnosed with heart failure.
East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome released a statement Tuesday, Feb. 11 regarding the health and safety of inmates at the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.
In January, it’s gyms that see the rush as millions resolve to get off the couch and onto the treadmill, but by February, many end up in physical therapy dealing with workout injuries.
A chat line offered through the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America can service families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses in 90 languages.
The largest concentration of reported cases of the vaccine-preventable illness remains in Livingston Parish, with between 121 and 240 cases. East Baton Rouge and Ouachita parishes reported the second-highest concentration of cases, between 61 and 120.
Sens. John Kennedy and Bill Cassidy have introduced legislation to prohibit chemical abortions from being performed without the supervision of a healthcare provider.
The symptoms of mumps normally appear 2-3 weeks after the patient has been infected. However, almost 20 percent of people with the virus do not suffer any symptoms at all.
As the Capital Area Human Services (CAHS) continues to enhance its outreach to individuals in need of opioid addiction recovery, it will hold an Open House to introduce the Opioid Mobile Outreach Team.
Carnival Cruise Line has announced new travel restrictions due to the Coronavirus outbreak. All guests who have traveled to China in the last 14 days prior to their embarkation day will not be allowed to sail, according to the company.
Thus far, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed five patients in the US that have been diagnosed with 2019 novel coronavirus (2019–nCoV), however, there are currently no confirmed cases in Louisiana.
Proceeds from the race go towards supporting the Academies of Finance, Health Science and Information Technology. The money goes towards professional development for teachers, supplies for students, and work-based learning initiatives inclusive of internships.
Southern University has become the first Historically Black College University (HBCU) to launch a hemp product line. The school’s agricultural research and extension center in Baton Rouge has partnered with Ilera Holistic Healthcare to deliver CBD to dispensaries in Louisiana.
Senator Bill Cassidy, MD (R-La.) has joined health officials in President Donald Trump’s administration in unveiling the new Healthy Adult Opportunity (HAO) program, which will allow states to create specific policies to provide better care for able-bodied adults who are eligible for Medicaid.
Time is of the essence in any cardiac emergency, and EBR EMS says studies show a victim’s chance of surviving a cardiac episode is reduced by 10% with every minute that passes without CPR or defibrillation.
A new study finds that seven chemicals commonly found in sunscreens can be absorbed into the bloodstream at levels exceeding safety thresholds, but experts say just because an ingredient is absorbed does not mean it’s unsafe.
Senator John Kennedy, R-La., has now introduced the Pregnant Women Health and Safety Act of 2020 in order to “protect the health of women and children," a release from his office states.
Chair of the Bridge Center’s board, Kathy Kliebert, has confirmed to WAFB that a building has now been chosen for the long-awaited mental health facility.
United States health officials are now cautioning travelers about a mysterious coronavirus. The respiratory virus first appeared in the Chinese province of Wuhan, but doctors confirmed a case of coronavirus in Washington state.
The mayor’s community-wide, free Fitness Stroll event, which was originally scheduled for Jan. 11, but was canceled due to severe weather, has now been rescheduled.
There’s no doubt that medical research saves lives, but there’s a problem with much of the data that scientists use: it doesn’t include enough information from minorities.
Over 700 cases of hepatitis A were confirmed as part of an ongoing outbreak in Louisiana, numbers provided by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) show.
LSU fans are sure to be cheering loudly at Monday’s (Jan. 13) National Championship game against Clemson, so health experts are offering some tips on how to prevent vocal problems before they even start.
Doctors say that many people coming together could also make Louisiana even more vulnerable to a second peak in what has already been an early and bad flu season here.
Eye doctors are seeing more kids needing glasses earlier in their lives. The likely reason? Ophthalmologists think it’s something they are doing both at school and at home.
The Centers for Disease Control estimates so far this season at least 6.4 million people have had the flu. As we approach the second peak of flu season it’s important to take extra precaution to avoid the illness.
The Capital Area Behavioral Health Collaborative is hosting a meeting Thursday, Jan. 9 to give the community information about mental health and opioid services available in the region, as well as information on the Bridge Center for Hope.
A free, clinician-led eating support group will launch in Baton Rouge in the coming months. It will be funded with $14,000 raised in 2019 by Southern Smash, a program under The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness.
Do you love eating king cake during Mardi Gras, but made a New Year’s resolution to eat healthier? This king cake from Ochsner may be just the thing you need.
The FDA has approved an artificial pancreas system – based on technology from the UVA Center for Diabetes Technology – that automatically monitors and regulates blood glucose levels.
It’s almost time to ring in the new year, and if you’re like many around the world, you may be planning to imbibe in several toasts. Here are some tips to get over that holiday hangover.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has now approved Louisiana’s hemp plan, making it the first of three states to get approval as part of the 2018 Farm Bill. Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) Commissioner Mike Strain made the announcement Friday, Dec. 27.
A Baton Rouge surgeon is on a mission to get her patients feeling better with the help of natural medicine. The legalization of CBD helped launch her new brand.
