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Big Comfort for Little ‘Pokes’: How Our Pediatric Clinics Make Shots Less Scary

April 8, 2026

No one loves shots. And for kids, especially little ones who don’t yet understand why we’re doing it, a “poke”

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Sports Medicine Isn’t Just for Athletes. It’s for Anyone Who Wants to Keep Moving

December 26, 2025

When most people hear sports medicine, they picture athletic trainers sprinting onto a football field or doctors working the sidelines

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Chat GPT and Your Health: How to Use AI Wisely

November 6, 2025

Artificial intelligence is changing how we search, learn and even care for ourselves. From ChatGPT to Co-Pilot, AI tools are

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Healthy Habits in Middle Age: Stay Strong and Active for Years to Come

August 25, 2025

Your 40s and 50s aren’t just a time to “get through.” They’re a prime opportunity to set the stage for

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Labor Day Reset: Finish the Year Strong with Your Health Goals

August 8, 2025

As the longer days of summer fade and Labor Day approaches, it’s easy to feel like the year is slipping

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Vaping – Not as Harmless as It Seems

August 1, 2025

It might seem harmless — no smoke, no smell — but vaping can cause serious damage, especially to young lungs.  

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A Healthy Start to the School Year Begins with a Wellness Visit

July 7, 2025

New backpack? Check. Fresh pencils and notebooks? Check. A wellness visit with your child’s doctor? It’s the most important box

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Well Visits vs. Sick Visits: Know What to Expect

June 17, 2025

From a high fever to a routine check-up, your child’s pediatrician is your first call. But did you know there’s

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Men’s Health: Why Waiting Isn’t a Winning Strategy

June 5, 2025

When it comes to business, most men wouldn’t dream of leaving things up to chance. You’d never coast through the

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Why Preventive Care Matters for Women

May 23, 2025

Preventive care isn’t just about checklists. It’s a proactive approach that helps women stay healthier at every age. On a

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Rest Is Not a Luxury: Why Women Need Sleep to Thrive

April 21, 2025

When your days are packed with meetings, carpool duty, errands, dinner prep and maybe just a moment to catch your

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The Screening That Could Save Your Life

February 19, 2025

When it comes to preventive care, we may think of annual checkups, vaccines and managing blood pressure. But one of

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Protecting the Most Vulnerable: Why Pregnant Moms and High-Risk Groups Need the RSV Vaccine

October 29, 2024

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is more than just a common respiratory infection. For certain populations — infants, expecting moms, the

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Seven Ways to Embrace Small Changes for a Healthy Tomorrow

August 20, 2024

Robert Brault once wrote, “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the

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Why Establishing a Relationship with a Primary Care Provider is Crucial at Any Age

July 3, 2024

Getting set up with a primary care provider is the smart move, even if you’re feeling perfectly healthy right now. 

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The Importance of Listening in Healthcare

July 1, 2024

There’s always a little bit of anxiety and discomfort involved when you make the trip to the doctor’s office. Will

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What Screenings Should Men Get?

June 24, 2024

We know that men sometimes avoid going to the doctor — often until it’s too late. But starting a relationship

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Primary Care is for Everyone

June 20, 2024

Your primary care provider is more than just a healthcare professional — they can become your health’s best friend, guiding

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FMOL Health is one of the largest healthcare systems based in Louisiana and is the leading healthcare provider for more than half the state’s population. The health system is a non-profit, Catholic organization sponsored by the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the ministry serves patients in Louisiana and Mississippi through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians and integrated health systems. The health system’s unified physician organization is comprised of more than 1,100 adult and pediatric primary care physicians and specialists. The system’s nine main campus hospitals include St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge and Gonzales, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital in Baton Rouge, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Heart Hospital, and Women's & Children's Hospital in Lafayette, Our Lady of the Angels in Bogalusa, and St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. For more information, visit fmolhealth.org.

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