Feb 14, 2022 | Children's Health
Keep the rhythm of their active hearts beating and consider a heart screening as part of young athletes’ annual clearance for competition. Albert Gutierrez, MD, pediatric cardiologist in Lafayette with Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital, helps us...
Feb 11, 2022 | Patient Stories
At only 9 years old, Vaundy Clarke has overcome a variety of health challenges—including a congenital heart defect, bacterial overgrowth syndrome and problems with her immune system—to lead a healthy and active life. Clarke’s family found out about her congenital...
Feb 11, 2022 | Eating Well
Butter makes food tastier, but is it healthier than olive oil? Find out in our infographic, below. Cooking oils are an important part of cooking. They help give our food the flavor and crispy textures we all crave. But which is generally the healthiest option to use....
Jan 20, 2022 | Heart Health
Life gets busy, but it’s still important to regularly enjoy a healthy lunch. Federico De Puy, MD, cardiologist with Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group, enjoys making mason jar salads and shares his method for a healthy, convenient lunch on-the-go. Wash, chop and...
Mar 5, 2021 | Heart Health
Each year, more than 655,000 Americans die of some type of heart disease. But despite that number, many people don’t know the facts about heart health. There are many different risk factors for heart disease. Knowing your own risk factors is an important first step...
