Once the air finally turns crisp and leaves paint our world in shades of gold and amber, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a bowl of...
Savor the Season: Healthy Soup Recipe for Fall
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Body Articles
What Mammograms Can Reveal About Your Heart Health
Most women know mammograms are essential for catching breast cancer early. But fewer know these same images can also provide a...
Sleep Your Way to a Stronger Immune System
You can’t always control germs, stress or the weather, but you can control how well you sleep. And your immune system will thank you....
Weekend Warriors: Protecting Your Body While Staying Active
For many adults, weekends are prime time to get active. Whether it’s running, cycling, basketball or hiking, these short bursts of...
Healthy-ish Halloween: Treats, Tricks and Tips
Halloween is all about fun, candy and costumes, but it can also be an opportunity to sneak in some healthier options and keep every child...
Staying Active During Fall Break: 4 Ways to Move as a Family
When school takes a pause for fall break, kids are ready to rest, recharge and maybe spend a little too much time on screens. But keeping...
‘Like My Chest Exploded’: Cassie’s Story of Surviving an Aortic Dissection
It was supposed to be an ordinary summer day in Vacherie. Cassie Falgoust, 55, was outside doing yard work while her husband mowed nearby....
Geaux Hero: Jason Survives Heart Attack on ‘a Pulse and a Prayer’
On an ordinary Saturday evening, Jason Moore walked into work at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, just like he had countless...
Saving Salivary Glands with Precision
For most of us, a salivary gland is something we never think about — until it becomes a problem. For Rohan Walvekar, MD, it’s a passion, a...