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New Mural Brings Comfort to Patients at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital
“Our Lady of Fatima,” a new mural inside Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital, welcomes patients and their families who use Bella’s Room, a specially designed space...
From Research to Real Life: Fast, Effective Sepsis Test Saves Lives
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition, the leading cause of death in hospitals. In this episode of The Doctor Will Hear You Now podcast, we learn about groundbreaking...
The Power in Prevention: Why Immunizations Matter
Parents prioritize the health and well-being of their children, and one important way to do that is through regular immunizations. Vaccines are powerful tools to shield...
Where to Go for Care When Your Child is Sick or Injured
Kids can get sick anytime, including outside of business hours. Brian Bailey, MD, pediatrician with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, shares what parents should...
Ankle Injuries and Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Knowing What to Do
Active kids stay moving, so it's not uncommon for them to experience a rolled ankle, especially during sports and playtime. As a parent, knowing how to handle this...
Local mother grateful for Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital PICU after baby son receives life-saving care
Last June, Kelsey LeBlanc noticed something seemed amiss with her seven-week-old son, Nash. He had a slight fever and kept coughing. At a local emergency room, Nash...
Fuel Kids’ Minds and Bodies with Healthy Lunches and Snacks
Back to school also means back to the grind of packing lunches for many parents. Whether you’re packing food daily or you only need the occasional lunch or snack idea,...
Listening to Patients During End-of-Life Care
Although we may want to pretend death is never going to happen, preparing for end-of-life care is an important life step. Mary Raven, MD, medical director for the...
How to Support Kids’ Mental Health As They Head Back to School
Getting back in the classroom can be a vulnerable time for some students’ mental health. Michelle Flechas, MD, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health pediatrician,...
Not Following a Running Program? Why You May Need One
If you think running increases your risk of osteoarthritis, think again. Researchers found that recreational runners have a lower risk for knee and hip arthritis than...
College Can Be Stressful — Five Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health
The transition to college life is a big one. There are new responsibilities, new schedules to adjust to, so much studying, and for some students, it’s their first time...
Addressing Social Determinants of Health: A Mission-Driven Approach to Community Care
Patients’ healthcare isn’t confined to a doctor’s office. Most of a person’s health and well-being is determined by factors other than illness or medical conditions. ...