In some ways, Alison Teal wasn’t shocked when she learned she had Stage 3 rectal cancer in the summer of 2022. Both of Teal’s parents, as...
Cancer Articles
Nourishing Your Body Through Cancer Treatment
When battling cancer, the importance of proper nutrition can't be overstated. As cancer treatments take a toll on the body, adequate...
Geaux Hero: Kendall’s Journey from Cancer Diagnosis to Advocacy
For Kendall Stephens, Spanish Town isn’t just a parade — it’s family. The pink flamingo-filled streets, the quirky, beloved Mardi Gras...
Comprehensive Cancer Care in Northeast Louisiana
St. Francis Medical Center has embarked on a journey to revolutionize cancer care in Northeast Louisiana. With an investment of nearly $4...
A Voice for Awareness: Bryce’s Journey with Colorectal Cancer
Bryce Ramsey knows the importance of listening to her body. A nurse with 16 years of experience, she was no stranger to the demands of...
Advancing Cancer Care for the Gulf South: A Life-Saving Milestone
When Ed Carruthers collapsed while replacing a battery in his truck, he chalked it up to an old back injury. A former railroad police...
The Screening That Could Save Your Life
When it comes to preventive care, we may think of annual checkups, vaccines and managing blood pressure. But one of the most important –...
Geaux Hero: Sheryl Miller’s Unstoppable Spirit
Sheryl Miller thought it was just stomach pain. As a registered dental hygienist for nearly 37 years, she was used to taking care of...
Protecting the Heart While Fighting Cancer
When facing cancer, patients and their doctors focus on beating the disease. But what happens when the very treatments that save lives...