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This Donate Life Month, Ochsner honors Erin D, a remarkable living donor whose generosity has given two people a second chance at life.
Read MoreOchsner LSU Health and Southern University Shreveport have partnered to launch a monthly mobile dental clinic, providing free dental services to the community on the first Thursday of every month. The clinic offers cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and consultations to individuals of all ages, aiming to enhance access to essential dental care in Shreveport.
Read MoreOn Saturday, March 28, 2026, The Lipsey Family Foundation hosted Fais Do Donate, a community fundraiser for the Ochsner Transplant Institute, at the Live Oak Arabian Arena in Baton Rouge.
Read MoreThis remarkable story highlights a pioneering cardiac procedure performed at Ochsner Children’s that saved the life of a premature twin, showcasing the exceptional expertise and innovation of the medical team.
Read MoreAs April marks National Donate Life Month, the Ochsner Transplant Institute celebrates more than four decades of transforming lives through organ transplantation while showcasing recent innovations that are redefining what's possible in transplant care.
Read MoreSt. Charles Parish Hospital has opened a new Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Center in Luling, expanding access to mental health and recovery services for our community. The IOP provides structured treatment, accepts most insurances, and offers transportation within a 30-mile radius.
Read MoreA study published this month in the American Journal of Managed Care explores how integrating behavioral health care into primary care can improve outcomes and be cost-effective for adults with depression, anxiety and chronic pain who are on long-term opioid therapy.
Read MoreThe Iberville Parish Health Fair & Community Celebration connected community members with local providers for health screenings, education and prevention resources.
Read MoreBuilding on the long-standing Eat Fit initiative, the health system is increasing the visibility and availability of Eat Fit menu items while offering qualifying options at up to 50% off standard retail pricing.
Read MoreThe Ochsner Collaboratory establishes the Gulf South’s first statewide platform for non-invasive brain health innovation, combining Cognito’s investigational Spectris technology platform with Ochsner’s expansive clinical network to explore new models for brain health care delivery across both urban and rural communities throughout the region.
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