Sep 22, 2022 | Children's Health
The statistics around childhood obesity are stark. One in seven children aged 10-17 in the United States are obese, according to the National Survey of Children’s Health. Unfortunately, the rates of childhood obesity in Louisiana are worse. Katie Queen, MD,...
Aug 31, 2022 | Children's Health
Head lice are a common problem in school-aged children. Lice are spread by direct head-to-head contact, although sometimes they can be spread by sharing brushes or hats. Lice are not a sign of poor hygiene, and they do not spread any diseases. They are just a...
Aug 23, 2022 | Children's Health
Lifestyle changes can help kids who are overweight, reducing their risk of developing long-term health conditions later. We believe we can change the future of Louisiana through coordinated care among parents, providers and kids to fight childhood obesity, which is a...