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You've likely heard of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, but what about those who fall in the middle by age and symptoms?
They may have a commonly misdiagnosed condition known as Type 1.5 diabetes, or Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA).
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WBRZBrain health is a hot topic showing up in podcasts, headlines and social feeds, but what it means to us personally depends on where we are in life.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The AdvocateOchsner Medical Center in Baton Rouge earned an “A” grade for hospital safety.
This recognition comes from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit that assesses hospitals on patient safety and care quality.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Louisiana First NewsFrom swelling to varicose veins, Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains why patients should not ignore signs of chronic venous insufficiency.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON AMAA midwife is a licensed health care professional who specializes in caring for women throughout all stages of life, including pregnancy, birth and postpartum. In the Ochsner Medical Complex – O’Neal midwifery group, nine certified midwives support births from natural, low-intervention births to epidural-supported deliveries to water-based births in tubs.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneNationally, investment in health care AI has surged.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneAtrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is the most common type of arrhythmia, affecting at least 2.7 million people in the United States. This number is expected to grow to more than 12 million by 2030, which makes understanding the risks extremely important as A-fib can be life-threatening. Dr. Michael Bernard called A-fib a "silent threat" because symptoms can go unnoticed for months or years.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Times-PicayuneThroughout her treatment, Disotell has remained a "positive light," said Dr. Shaunda Grisby, Disotell's breast surgical oncologist at Ochsner Lafayette General. It's why Grisby nominated Disotell to be the face of Ochsner's Breast Cancer Awareness campaign.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The Acadiana AdvocateAt Ochsner Cancer Center of Acadiana, people diagnosed with blood cancers find more than the latest treatments — they also find a village of people ready to help them on their journey back to health. With a dedicated team of board-certified hematologists and oncologists, specialized nurses, genetic counselors, dietitians and support staff, the Center combines cutting-edge therapies with compassionate, community-focused care.
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