At 18 years old, Katie Arrington was like any other freshman at Mississippi State University — excited for the future, balancing classes...
Neuroscience Articles
Breaux Bridge Mom Survives Stroke at Age 31
Megan Claire McCarty always took pride in living a healthy lifestyle. She worked out three to five times per week for more than a decade....
Geaux Hero: Oncologist Greg Bizette’s Story of Stroke Survival
As a cancer doctor, Greg Bizette, MD, has spent his career helping patients face their toughest days. But just days after turning 60, he...
From the Dugout to the ICU: Coach Lou St. Amant’s Comeback Story
At 86, Coach Lou St. Amant still throws out the first pitch, still shows up for daily Mass and still inspires everyone who knows him. But...
Common Stroke Myths Debunked
Every 3 minutes and 14 seconds an adult in the U.S. dies from stroke, which is about 900,000 lives lost each year. If you or someone you...
Every Second Counts: Saving Lives with Rapid Response and Expert Care for Stroke Patients
Time is of the essence when someone is experiencing a stroke. That’s why the emergency room team at Our Lady of the Lake – the region’s...
Boosting Your Brain Health with What You Eat
Health advice seems to evolve daily, but one topic is steadfast: our diet has huge impacts on our overall well-being, including our brain...
Baton Rouge mother grateful for every moment after quick treatment helped her recover from a stroke at age 29
It was a routine day in June 2019 when Jessica Pannell dropped off her daughter at daycare. But, within minutes, things took a drastic...
Abbeville plumber back to work after stroke thanks to his wife’s quick thinking and fast care at Our Lady of Lourdes
Connie Gremillion was in her Abbeville home the morning of January 22, 2023, when she heard a sudden crash from the kitchen. Startled, she...