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

From a high fever to a routine check-up, your child’s pediatrician is your first call. But did you know there’s a difference between a well visit and a sick visit — and how they’re billed?  Here’s what to know before your next appointment, so you’re never caught off...

Easter is a time of joy and renewal, a celebration of hope, faith and togetherness.   While chocolate bunnies and marshmallow chicks are part of the fun, Easter doesn’t have to mean a sugar overload. With a little creativity, you can whip up healthier treats and make...

Would you believe that the most commonly used kitchen appliance for family meals isn’t the stove, oven or even the microwave? It may actually be the power window. April Hamilton, RN, BSN, pediatric gastrointestinal and healthy weight nutrition nurse with Our Lady of...