Dec 22, 2025 | College Health, Seasonal
When sniffles, coughs and fatigue show up, it’s natural to wonder what’s behind your symptoms. Is it the flu? A common cold? Seasonal allergies? While these illnesses can share similar signs, there are a few key differences that can help you understand what your...
Dec 12, 2025 | Children's Health
Louisiana often sees respiratory viruses ramp up early, and flu activity can reach high levels quickly once the season begins. Pediatric infectious disease specialists say that when flu and RSV start circulating at the same time, as they often do in the colder months,...
Jun 27, 2025 | Children's Health, Parenting
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is on the rise in Louisiana and Mississippi. This preventable illness is making a dangerous comeback. As of mid-May 2025, 170 cases have been reported in Louisiana, already more than all of 2024. Tragically, two infants have...
Jun 5, 2025 | Children's Health
Measles is making a dangerous comeback — putting unvaccinated children most at risk. On a recent episode of Medical Monday with Brian Haldane, Annie Contreras, MD, pediatric infectious diseases specialist and pediatrician with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s...
Mar 27, 2025 | Primary Care
Measles cases are on the rise in neighboring Texas and New Mexico, with hundreds of cases reported. The majority of cases are in unvaccinated individuals. Staying informed is key to keeping your family safe. How Contagious Is Measles? Measles spreads easily through...
