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Does My Child Have Asthma?
One in 10 Louisiana households with children have at least one child with asthma. Louisiana ranks in the top 25% of U.S. states for asthma-related deaths. Tracy...
Family Medical History: Building Your Family Tree
Genealogy, or the study of family history, is a hobby that has fascinated millions of people for countless generations. Knowing where we come from and understanding...
Sandra Brown, RN
Director of Telemetry at St. Francis Medical Center, Sandra Brown, RN, says that she chose this career and has never looked back. “A friend of mine encouraged me to...
Marilyn Youngblood, RN
As a house supervisor at Our Lady of the Angels Health, Marilyn Youngblood, RN, ensures smooth operation of our nursing units by assigning adequate staffing, utilizing...
Patsy Tennon
For more than 30 years Patsy Tennon has served the St. Dominic’s ministry in a variety of roles. In her current role as director of environmental services and...
Wartelle Castille, MD
An interest in pursuing medicine revealed itself for Wartelle Castille, MD, during his time in the U.S. Army, where he served as a combat medic. Dr. Castille joined the...
Adaora Uzodi, MD
“You will be a doctor” was the career advice Adaora Uzodi, MD, received from her father while growing up in Nigeria. “Many Nigerians will tell you that our parents...
Why Are Bad Habits So Hard to Kick?
Whether it’s living a sedentary lifestyle, eating unhealthy foods, abusing drugs or alcohol, or not getting enough sleep, almost everyone has at least one habit that’s...
Ditching Bad Habits
You don’t have to wait until the start of a new year to create resolutions to better yourself. Usually healthy resolutions involve adjusting behavior that’s negatively...
18 Recipes to Increase Protein When You’re Going Without Meat
The season of Lent brings a challenge for those of us who choose to abstain from eating meat. Where do you get the necessary protein in your diet if not from the usual...
Mardi Gras: Six Top Tips for Parading as a Parent
Mardi Gras is a special time of year for Louisianians. Whether you love the parades, are a king cake fanatic, or just enjoy the extra days off work and school, Carnival...
Kid-Approved Game Day Snack Ideas
When you’re gearing up to watch the big game on the big screen, you’ll want to have some yummy noshes on hand. These healthier snack options are easy to eat when tuned...