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Ochsner LSU Health is hosting a free lunch and learn event, "When You’re Hot, You’re Hot," on Feb. 20 in Shreveport to educate women about menopause and symptom management, including hot flashes. Featuring expert insights from local specialists, the session aims to provide practical knowledge and treatment options to improve quality of life during this natural transition.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health and the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana are hosting a free Lunch & Learn panel discussion on GLP-1 medications on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the Lash Family YMCA in Shreveport. Attendees will gain expert insights on these treatments, including how they work, potential side effects, and their role in a comprehensive health plan.
Read MoreOchsner Lafayette General announces four new providers on its medical staff, expanding services and expertise in orthopedic care, psychiatry, internal medicine and oncology in the Acadiana region. The additions are part of the hospital system’s ongoing efforts to meet growing healthcare demands in the community. Ochsner Lafayette General aims to improve access to specialized medical services for patients in Lafayette and surrounding areas.
Read MoreOchsner Children’s and the McLindon Family Foundation invite community members and local media to attend the ‘These Bikes Change Lives’ Fest. This community celebration will honor the resilience of long-distance cyclists and, most importantly, empower children with special needs through the gift of mobility.
Read MoreTASGNO and Ochsner Health are joining forces for a World Homeless Day event, providing health screenings at no cost, resources, and support to address homelessness and promote community well-being.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health will host its third annual Wave of Light remembrance event on Wednesday, Oct. 15, to honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This free event, featuring a program at 6 p.m. and a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m., offers support and resources to families grieving the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health will host its third annual Wave of Light remembrance event on Wednesday, Oct. 15, to honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This free event, featuring a program at 6 p.m. and a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m., offers support and resources to families grieving the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.
Read MoreOchsner Health, in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson and Abundant Life Tabernacle, is hosting the "Protect the Prostate" community event on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 1701 Franklin Avenue. This free event will provide prostate cancer education, preventative health screenings, expert panel discussions, and engaging activities to promote men’s health and well-being.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health and the Urban League of Louisiana have teamed up to announce the Big Health Event, a no-cost event prioritizing health and well-being for the entire family.
Read More“Back to School Fest" is 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, July 26 at the New Orleans East Youth Opportunity Center, 12000 Hayne Blvd. The event includes food and drinks, games, STEM education activities and a backpack giveaway. Vision and hearing screenings will be available for kids, along with blood pressure checks for adults.
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