A Parent’s Guide to Energy Drinks
Energy drinks are everywhere these days. What was a niche drink a few decades ago has blossomed into a huge industry that rivals the soda industry on store shelves. While some parents may be OK with their child reaching for a soda now and then, it might be a good idea to think twice before…
Why Sepsis Is the No. 1 Cause of Death in Hospitals and How We’re Helping Stop It
Every year in the U.S., sepsis leads to more deaths than opioid overdoses, prostate cancer and breast cancer combined. It’s the leading cause of death in U.S. hospitals, and Louisiana health systems are struggling with the highest rates of sepsis-related deaths in the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But not…
What to Expect at Your First Blood Donation
Whether you’re a young donor who’s newly eligible to give blood or a first-time donor at one of our ministry’s blood donation centers or bus, knowing what to expect can make the process easier. Donating blood is a simple process that makes a huge difference in the lives of others. What to Bring You’ll need…
Ditching Bad Habits
You don’t have to wait until the start of a new year to create resolutions to better yourself. Usually healthy resolutions involve adjusting behavior that’s negatively affecting your health. Take action to take control of your health and leave your bad habits in the past. Check out our infographic below and then read about how,…
Why Are Bad Habits So Hard to Kick?
Whether it’s living a sedentary lifestyle, eating unhealthy foods, abusing drugs or alcohol, or not getting enough sleep, almost everyone has at least one habit that’s affecting their health and well-being. Unfortunately, bad habits are hard to kick precisely because they’re habits. Habits become ingrained in our daily lives and, over time, become “automatic” behaviors.…
Family Medical History: Building Your Family Tree
Genealogy, or the study of family history, is a hobby that has fascinated millions of people for countless generations. Knowing where we come from and understanding those that preceded us help us to shape our understanding of who we are today. And while many genealogists spend their time researching life elements like the profession, military…
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 Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital, shares what parents need to know…
Celebrate Mardi Gras in Style and Good Health
We love to let the good times roll, especially this time of year. Catch Some Beads When you head out to the parades with a plan to catch a lot of throws, remember to bring along sturdy, reusable bags to stash all your treasure. A backpack can be a great, hands-free idea, although dropping caught…
Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Surgeon Becomes the Patient
After performing hundreds of heart valve replacements at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital, renowned local heart surgeon Richard Dearman, MD, recently underwent a heart valve replacement of his own. As a cardiothoracic surgeon helping heart patients in Acadiana, Dr. Dearman participated in hundreds of heart procedures…
