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Chronic illness and heat: How to ... Featured, Health & Wellness, Wellness, Heat Stroke, safety

People with chronic conditions, such as diabetes, asthma, and kidney disease, are at a higher risk of extreme heat health risks and should take ...

Is my medication making me more ... Health & Wellness, Wellness, Medication

Some common medications can make you burn more easily in sunlight, but there are steps you can take to protect your skin. Key takeaways Certain ...

Breathe easier during festival ... Living Well, Wellness, Allergy & Immunology, Interventional Pulmonology, Respiratory

Planning ahead and creating an action plan can help people with asthma, allergies, and COPD breathe easier and enjoy festival season in NOLA. Key ...

Let’s talk about heart disease in ... Wellness, Heart & Vascular, Heart Care

Rates of heart disease are higher in Black communities for many reasons, including racism and socioeconomic factors. So, it’s important to recognize ...

How to clean and disinfect your ... Health & Wellness, Primary Care, Wellness

Viruses can linger on everyday surfaces, but proper cleaning and disinfecting can help reduce the spread of germs at home during cold and flu season. ...

Dry January, mocktails, and other ... Living Well, Wellness

Drinking less alcohol—whether during Dry January or beyond—can help you feel healthier, more focused, and more energized. Key takeaways Dry January ...

10 tips for preventing holiday depr ... Wellness, Mental Health

We often associate the holidays with fun times celebrating and connecting with friends and family. But for many, this time of year brings immense ...

Discover joy and connection in your ... Living Well, Wellness, Stress Management

When you think of your favorite holiday moments growing up, do any traditions come to mind? Those yearly rituals—whether it’s decorating cookies or ...

Celebrating inclusion: ... Community, Living Well, Wellness, Opportunity and Social Responsibility

In New Orleans, we love a good celebration. But our celebrations aren’t limited to parades, music, and food. They’re also about the people in our ...

Weight loss tips from a bariatric d ... Wellness, Weight Loss

Sometimes, it seems like everywhere you look, there’s an ad for a new weight loss program. What’s more, each one gives different advice on the best ...

Laugh out loud: It may be just what ... Living Well, Wellness

When was the last time you laughed? Did you know that laughter can contribute to better health? And the best part is that it’s free. Even dad jokes ...

Honor World AIDS Day by taking ... Wellness

Honor World AIDS Day by taking steps to prevent HIV and AIDS Did you know? As of 2022, there were nearly 22,000 people living with HIV in Louisiana. ...