Health

Hospital safety is of paramount importance as it directly impacts the well-being of patients. But in Louisiana, several hospitals get low marks.

Most people don't realize that the world's deadliest animal is the mosquito which will soon be back in Texas, here is what you need to know about them.

Not only is cancer a primary concern for people who consume these products but the study also states that fertility issues are a major concern as well

Parents in Louisiana and Texas are keeping kids home for slight maladies, leading to an unacceptable number of absences. When should you send them to school?

There are so many codes that law enforcement officers use every day here in the state of Texas but here is a list of some important and common ones to know.

A Louisiana research company has started a study, and they'll pay you to lose weight.

Deep East Texas and Northeast Texas have several counties with below-average life expectancies.

Deny it all you want to but COVID-19 is still around. This latest variant is bringing some strange new symptoms to Texans who contract it.

Louisiana's vibrant culture is not complete without traditions of rich, flavorful cuisine, family gatherings, and joyous celebrations. However, the traditions that we treasure most unfortunately do contribute to our state's bleak health reality. Louisiana has consistently ranked as the unhealthiest state in the nation for two consecutive years, primarily due to our dietary habits and other factors as reported by The Current.

Cancer has made its mark on Louisiana, leaving no one untouched by its impact. It seems that nearly everyone either knows someone who has battled cancer or has faced the harsh realities of the disease themselves.

Check your medicine cabinet for this popular medication that is being recalled by the FDA.

Recent findings from Cheapism highlight several items commonly found in bedrooms that might be stealing your relaxation. There are ways to enhance your bedroom's tranquility and create the perfect space for unwinding after a long day.

Health Care employers across Louisiana are hiring right now for positions ranging from housekeepers to administrative assistants to nurses.

If the United States were to be under nuclear attack here are the cities that expects would expect to be targeted first.

The advisory recommending LUS customers boil their water prior to using it for consumption is lifted for most of north Lafayette Parish, with a few exceptions.

Not everything can be just thrown away in the trash.

As for me, I appreciate the fact that some of these 'foods' aren't available or are out-and-out banned. In my opinion, some foods are potentially too dangerous and not worth the risk. Others are created or harvested in ways that seem so unethical, that consuming them seems beneath the dignity of otherwise caring, good-hearted people. Again, that's just my opinion.

It's the age-old question, do we get sick when temperatures drop and when we are exposed to the elements?

If you live in Texas but want to travel abroad there are some countries that you should avoid, let's look at those countries and why you should avoid them.

If you're stopping at a gas station or convenience store in Texas here is a list of 12 items that you should avoid purchasing.