Children’s Health Articles

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is on the rise in Louisiana. This preventable illness is making a dangerous comeback. As of mid-May 2025, 170 cases have been reported, already more than all of 2024. Tragically, two infants have died, and many more have been...

When the school year winds down and summer stretches ahead, parents start looking for ways to keep their kids active and engaged.   For Thiravat Choojitarom, MD, the answer is simple: bring them into the kitchen.  “Summer is the perfect time to help kids build...

When summer heats up, pools, lakes and splash pads offer families the perfect way to cool down. But they can also pose a serious risk. “Drowning is actually the number one cause of death for kids ages one to four,” says Kristen Sandoz, MD, pediatrician with Our Lady...

From a high fever to a routine check-up, your child’s pediatrician is your first call. But did you know there’s a difference between a well visit and a sick visit — and how they’re billed?  Here’s what to know before your next appointment, so you’re never caught off...