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When Linda Gates was diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) at age 55, she thought her life was over. At the time, the average life ...

A retired commercial fisherman and lifelong outdoorsman, John Hickman’s work and hobbies reflect who he is – a strong, resilient family man. In the ...

After a cancer diagnosis, patients usually work with an oncologist to find the best cancer treatment plan for their condition. The best treatment ...

As a new mom, you want what’s best for you and your baby. There are a lot of decisions to make, including whether to breastfeed or bottle feed. You’ve ...

Let’s be real—there’s no one magical way to keep your heart healthy. But regular exercise and a healthy diet are two key components for the best heart ...

Year after year, heart disease continues to be the No. 1 killer of adults in Louisiana. Why? One reason is that most of us eat too many foods high in ...

Ever felt like your pet helped you get over the common cold or the flu? There might be something to that! There is a connection between animals and ...

February might be known as the month of love, but it’s also a month to celebrate hearts of another kind! During American Heart Month this year, take ...

You may have heard that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. But how much do you know about women’s heart health ...

Was achieving a healthy resting heart rate among your 2023 new year’s resolutions? Probably not, but keeping your heart healthy and strong starts with ...

Do you feel that slight chill in the air? Winter has arrived in the Big Easy. And colder temperatures may mean problems for your heart—especially if ...

In May 2025, University Medical Center New Orleans carried out one of the most complex deliveries in its history. A mother with life-threatening lung ...