Navigating Springtime Allergies

Navigating Springtime Allergies

Spring is a wonderful time of year, full of blooming flowers, warm sunshine and plenty of outdoor activities. With pollen in full swing, spring also means the start of another allergy season in the Gulf South. Allergies can make it difficult for children to enjoy the...
Healthier Screen Time Habits

Healthier Screen Time Habits

In today’s digital age screens are an integral part of daily life for many teens and tweens through technology in school, social media use and other apps on smart phones. While screen time has value in education, connection and entertainment, excessive screen time can...
Talking About Lent with Kids

Talking About Lent with Kids

In Louisiana our kids get school breaks for Mardi Gras and Easter, but they may not understand the Lenten season between those two holidays or Ash Wednesday that begins the season.  As a Catholic health system, we know Lent is about so much more. Sharing the Lenten...
Does My Child Have Asthma?

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 Marquette, RRT, AE-C, coordinator for the Community Asthma Management Program and an asthma educator at...