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Carmelaana Lim, RN
Carmelaana Lim, RN, immigrated to the U.S. from the Philippines when she was 13. She maintains her connection to her heritage raising her family in Baton Rouge and...
Tri Nguyen, BS, RRT
Tri Nguyen, BS, RRT, was born in Vietnam and lived in New Orleans most of his life. Now working in the respiratory department at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical...
Anxiety and You
We all feel anxious from time to time. But for some people, it can be difficult to manage that anxiety without professional help. It can even be difficult for people...
No Complaints: Keeping a Positive Attitude After 30+ Surgeries
From Garth Brooks concerts to Gatlinburg trips, 10-year-old Hattie leads an exceptional life. Diagnosed in utero with spina bifida, Hattie has experienced more than 30...
Autoimmune Diseases and Women
Autoimmune diseases affect people’s immune systems. These conditions cause immune systems to attack their own healthy cells by mistake. Autoimmune diseases can affect...
Hyperthyroidism in Teens
Does your teen seem moody, restless, anxious, have difficulty concentrating, have trouble sleeping or appear uncharacteristically hyperactive? These traits typically...
Drowning Dangers for Kids
Drowning is the top cause of death for all children ages 1-4 outside of birth defects. When you increase the age range to 14 years old, it remains the second-leading...
Prevent Dehydration When Your Kid is Sick
Tummy bug got your little bug down? Gastroenteritis, also known as a “stomach bug,” causes vomiting and/or diarrhea. It is usually caused by a virus but can also be...
Talking to Children About How to Be Germ Conscious
Children are more likely to get sick and spread germs than adults because they spend so much time with other children in daycare and school. They are also usually...
Caring for NICU Babies Is More Than a Job for This Nurse, It’s Personal
Jen Arceneaux, RNC-NIC, begins each day in the Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with a smile. It’s how she...
The Dangers of Self-Medicating
Mental health problems are common in the U.S., but thankfully, mental health awareness is on the rise. 52.9 million adults in America lives with a mental illness...
Monroe Patient Feels Great After 100 Pound Weight Loss
Maintaining a healthy weight is key to overall health, and it can be harder for women to shed unwanted pounds. Having a coach and support system at St. Francis...