Body Articles

Improving Concussion Diagnosis Using an Athlete’s ‘Digital Twin’

Concussions can be a difficult injury to diagnose on the football field. With no definitive test or scan, team physicians and trainers use a standardized assessment to evaluate a player’s memory, balance, overall neurological function and other traits while looking...

Heart Health 101: Expert Tips on Prevention, Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes

When it comes to heart health, prevention is key.  Experts Tiffany Ardoin, MD, FACP, internal medicine physician with Our Lady of the Lake and assistant professor of clinical medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center; Andrew Smith, MD, cardiologist, electrophysiologist...

Understanding Gynecologic Cancers: Prevention, Treatment & Hope

The fear that accompanies a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, casting a shadow over your life. The uncertainty and anxiety can be as challenging as the disease itself.  Christy Haygood, MD, gynecologic oncology surgeon at St. Dominic Gynecologic Oncology...

How to Access Care and What to Expect as a College Student

Taking care of your health — whether mental or physical — is essential to thriving in college.  When you’re on your own for the first time, figuring out how to access care might feel overwhelming, but it’s easier than you think. Knowing how to navigate your school’s...