Heart Health Articles

For Heart Health: How to Keep Your Cholesterol in Check

Maybe you’ve been told to watch your cholesterol, or you have a family history of high cholesterol? Or maybe you’re just looking for ways to keep your heart healthy and work on prevention? You’re in luck! September is National Cholesterol Education Month, and Ronni...

Opelousas Pastor on the Road to Recovery After Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital Team Uses Advances to Treat Heart Damage

When most people think about the symptoms of a heart attack, they often picture sudden problems like chest pain and trouble breathing. However, in many cases, a gradual progression of symptoms like fatigue and a feeling of indigestion are signs that there may be a...

Winter Heart Health: How to Protect Yourself

Winter is a time to enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Just ensure that you’re not ignoring your physical and mental health while doing so. In fact, protecting your heart health is more important than ever during this time of year. The risk of heart attack...

LSU Coach Kim Mulkey Avoided Serious Heart Problems with the Help of Our Lady of the Lake Health

In May 2023, Coach Kim Mulkey was riding high after an incredible NCAA championship for the LSU Women’s Basketball team. But a hidden heart condition could have derailed all of those celebrations.What should have been a routine scan of her neck following a previous...