Lifestyle

The importance of maintaining an active lifestyle and having a sense of independence has motivated older adults and people with mobility issues to remain active. When mobility is limited, a [...]

High blood pressure (HBP) is a serious condition that can cause complications such as coronary heart disease, heart failure, kidney failure, stroke and other health problems. You have high blood [...]

The prevalence of diabetes as an underlying health condition in recent Louisiana COVID-19 death rates is alarming. If you have kept up with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [...]

Spring cleaning projects will be in full swing with warmer weather in the forecasts. Indoor and outdoor tasks will become priorities on “honey-do” and to-do lists. Unsurprisingly, mishaps around [...]

With recent ongoing reminders about washing and sanitizing our hands, we should also note the importance of keeping CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) equipment clean. Failure to clean a [...]

There are so many things to enjoy about springtime, but for people with allergies, the season can trigger irritating symptoms, too. Seasonal allergies, also called allergic rhinitis or hay fever, [...]

The golden rules of washing our hands to prevent the spread of germs and practicing good hand hygiene can backfire when done excessively. Did you know that excessive hand washing can result in [...]

Diabetic foot care is important any time of the year, but colder weather can make keeping your feet healthy more challenging. Cold, dryness and moisture can increase the risk of a diabetic [...]

Considering Louisiana being recently ranked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as the worst in the nation for influenza activity, you may want to get your flu shot if you [...]

If you suffer from a chronic pulmonary disease, COPD or asthma, you may benefit from a portable nebulizer that you can always have close by to reduce symptoms and help you breathe quickly. Many [...]