Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., making early detection crucial for effective treatment and improved...
A Comprehensive Approach to Navigating Lung Cancer
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Studying the Health of Student-Athletes to Improve the Health of All
How does the physical and mental health of LSU student-athletes evolve when their playing careers are over? And how could that information...
Families Treating Families: Mother-Daughter Duo Caring for Baton Rouge’s Children
For Michelle Flechas, MD, and her daughter, Meaghan Smith, MD, medicine is more than a profession – it's a family tradition. Practicing...
Assessing Your Risk for Lung Cancer
Lung cancer causes the most cancer deaths in the United States, but the chance of survival improves if it is diagnosed early. Lung cancer...
Advanced Lung Cancer Technology Saves Lives
A lung cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence. Treatment options, including state-of-the-art robotic surgery, are available and saving...
Protecting the Most Vulnerable: Why Pregnant Moms and High-Risk Groups Need the RSV Vaccine
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is more than just a common respiratory infection. For certain populations — infants, expecting moms, the...
50 Years of Healing Hearts: Celebrating Lasting Impact on Mississippi
For five decades, the people of central Mississippi have entrusted their hearts to St. Dominic Hospital and the Mississippi Heart and...
How to Build Resilient Kids
Resilience isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a vital skill set that helps children navigate life’s challenges, big or small. It refers to the...
Take Control: Tips to Prevent and Manage Diabetes
In Louisiana, diabetes is a serious health concern, with approximately 486,600 adults — 13.8% of the population — living with the...