Nov 26, 2024 | Body, College Health
When you live in close quarters — often the case during college days — sharing spaces with friends, classmates and neighbors means sharing germs, too. A single sniffle can spread quickly. Luckily, with some proactive habits and quick reactions to early symptoms, you...
Nov 15, 2024 | Body, College Health
Nothing beats the excitement of game day. Tailgating is a year-round way of life in the South, but with hours spent under the sun and a drink or two in hand, staying hydrated is key to keeping your energy up and avoiding game-day burnout. Here are some tips on how...
Jun 24, 2024 | Children's Health
As temperatures soar in the South, keeping kids hydrated becomes more important than ever. Rachael Jackson, MD, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health pediatrician, emphasizes the importance of hydration to ensure your children stay healthy and safe during their...
Sep 6, 2023 | Body, Seasonal
When it’s extremely hot and humid — which, let’s be honest, feels like all the time in south Louisiana — your body’s ability to cool itself is put to the test. You may be outside playing sports or exercising, rushing to make it to class on time, hanging out by the...
Jun 27, 2023 | Eating Well
We’re entering some of the longest, hottest, sweatiest days of the year. And while you should be drinking more water to stay hydrated, there are a variety of fruits and vegetables that are high in water content and can also give you much needed energy to make it...
