More Mumps Cases Reported at LSUMore Mumps Cases Reported at LSUThe number of reported cases has jumped from five to twelve over the last week. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Second Peak of Flu Season Expected to Hit Louisiana HardSecond Peak of Flu Season Expected to Hit Louisiana HardHealth officials say round two of our fight with the flu is just getting started as we head into the new year. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Flu Activity Remains High in LouisianaFlu Activity Remains High in LouisianaThe need for tissues, Tylenol, chicken soup, and more sleep continues as the flu continues to rage across the Gulf South.Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Flu Index Ranks Lafayette As #1 in the NationFlu Index Ranks Lafayette As #1 in the NationLafayette and two other Louisiana cities are leading the nation in flu and flu-like activity. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Report – Chipotle Bowls Connected To Cancer Causing ChemicalsReport – Chipotle Bowls Connected To Cancer Causing ChemicalsThe problem isn't with the food, it's with the fiber bowl in which they are served. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
CDC Issues Warnings About The Poo In Louisiana PoolsCDC Issues Warnings About The Poo In Louisiana PoolsSwimmers and bathers in Louisiana are being cautioned about waterborne dangers that aren't just confined to the state's beaches. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Do You Need A Measles Booster Shot? You Probably DoDo You Need A Measles Booster Shot? You Probably DoIf you were born in the late 60s, 70s or 80s then this advice on measles vaccinations would apply to you. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Centers For Disease Control – Flu Season Longest In A DecadeCenters For Disease Control – Flu Season Longest In A DecadeIt's been flu season since last November and finally, the bug is starting to show signs of slowing down. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
CDC Warns Of Second Wave Of Severe FluCDC Warns Of Second Wave Of Severe FluA different more potent strain of the flu virus is working its way through Louisiana and the southern U.S. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
The Most Cruel Side Effect Of The FluThe Most Cruel Side Effect Of The FluWhen an illness affects your ability to enjoy coffee and bacon it's time to pay attention. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
CDC Warns Against Hedgehog SnugglingCDC Warns Against Hedgehog SnugglingThey look innocent enough but there could be a serious illness hiding among all that cuteness. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
CDC Says Say ‘NO’ To Raw Cookie DoughCDC Says Say ‘NO’ To Raw Cookie DoughThe Centers for Disease Control have issued a stern warning about the dangers of eating raw cookie dough. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
CDC Confirms Polio-Like Illness In LouisianaCDC Confirms Polio-Like Illness In LouisianaA polio-like disease that affects mainly children has been confirmed in Louisiana by the Centers for Disease ControlBruce MikellsBruce Mikells
CDC Warns Louisiana Residents Of Salmonella OutbreakCDC Warns Louisiana Residents Of Salmonella OutbreakTwo Louisiana residents are among the many that have fallen ill after eating the tainted chicken meat. KPEL 96.5KPEL 96.5
CDC Report – Which Professions Attract The Most Pot SmokersCDC Report – Which Professions Attract The Most Pot SmokersThe CDC has ranked which professions attract the most marijuana users. Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Child Heart Patients Treated For Rare Surgical InfectionChild Heart Patients Treated For Rare Surgical InfectionChildren who underwent cardiac surgery at Children's Hospital in New Orleans this summer have contracted a rare surgical-site infection.Associated PressAssociated Press