Body Articles

Summer is made for outdoor gatherings. Picnics in the park, poolside potlucks and long afternoons grilling in the backyard. But when the sun’s blazing and the forecast is sizzling, food safety can’t be an afterthought.  Warmer temperatures and higher humidity create...

As summer activities ramp up, it's easy to overlook the risks of prolonged sun exposure.   Skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the U.S., and while the sun may feel great, its ultraviolet (UV) rays can pose serious health risks over time.   Family medicine...

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

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...