Hurricane season is part of life in the Gulf South, but each year still brings new storms — and new reminders of why it’s so important to be ready. We often think of water, flashlights and canned goods when we think of storm prep. But your health matters just as much. In fact, it’s often…
Summer is made for outdoor gatherings. Picnics in the park, poolside potlucks and long afternoons grilling in the backyard. But when the sun’s blazing and the forecast is sizzling, food safety can’t be an afterthought. Warmer temperatures and higher humidity create ideal conditions for bacteria to multiply fast. And that means that the same potato…
As summer activities ramp up, it’s easy to overlook the risks of prolonged sun exposure. Skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the U.S., and while the sun may feel great, its ultraviolet (UV) rays can pose serious health risks over time. Family medicine physician Danielle G. Raley, MD, with St. Francis Medical Group…
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 died, and many more have been hospitalized. Health officials warn that Louisiana…