Body Articles

From Patient to Partner: A Journey Through Maternity with a Pregnancy Navigator

Stephanie King, RN, BSN, didn’t always see herself as a nurse. Growing up in Youngsville, she first pursued a path in cosmetology, earning her license and making people feel their best.  But nursing was in her blood. Her mother worked as a labor and delivery nurse for...

Seven Ways to Embrace Small Changes for a Healthy Tomorrow

Robert Brault once wrote, “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”  This quote resonates deeply with Curtis Chastain, MD, director of Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group Men’s Health and Executive Wellness Center....

Ready for Flu Season? Here Are Some Commonly Asked Questions About the Flu Vaccine

Are you prepared for flu season? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says flu season usually begins in October, with its peak during the months of December through March.  As a contagious respiratory disease, influenza can be debilitating for even the...

Fuel Your Metabolic Health: Insights on Insulin Resistance, Diabetes and Weight Management

Small steps can lead to big changes when it comes to your metabolic health. Brooke Kanigowski, RDN, dietitian with Our Lady of the Angels Health, joins us in this episode of The Doctor Will Hear You Now to share insights on insulin resistance, diabetes, achieving...