Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate.
There’s a common belief that getting the flu vaccine can actually give you the flu, and many people use it as a reason to avoid the shot. However, it is not possible to get the flu from the flu shot. While some people do get sick after getting vaccinated, it’s not from the vaccine itself.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON L'ObservateurThe Louisiana Emergency Response Network has designated Ochsner LSU Health-Monroe Medical Center a Level III Trauma Program, joining only nine other hospitals in Louisiana with the certified trauma program designation. The voluntary program ensures that hospitals have and best utilize trauma resources for optimal trauma patient care.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The News StarThe center will offer services that include general pediatrics, gastroenterology, neurology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopedics, urology, cancer care, hepatology, ENT (ear, nose and throat), pulmonology, general surgery, child and adolescent psychiatry, allergy and dermatology.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The AdvocateThe event will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Savoie’s Catering, 2441 E. 70th Street. Information will be given about the hospital system’s benefits, career opportunities and team culture, according to a news release.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON KSLAOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and on Saturday, October 16, 2021, the Pontchartrain Chapter of the Links, Incorporated partnered with Ochsner Baptist to host “Links in Pinks.” The event provided free mammogram screenings with same-day results for local women, particularly women 30 years of age with a family history of breast cancer in their mother or sister, or women 40 years of age or older.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON LA Data NewsOn Wednesday, the White House released guidance saying they hope to have shots given at places like community health centers, health clinics and pharmacies. Eyewitness News spoke with Ochsner leaders who say, for them, it's going to be about what's best for their families.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON WWL-TVRepresentatives signed an agreement today through which the Meraux Foundation is donating an additional 8.9 acres of land to the Hospital Service District of St. Bernard Parish. This is the second swath of land the Meraux Foundation has donated to bring high-quality healthcare to the area, totaling 20.5 acres valued at more than $5 million.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON The St Bernard NewsCaregivers play a critical role in a cancer patient’s care. What defines a caregiver is that they are the primary individual responsible for taking care of their loved one who is sick. Spouses, partners, parents, adult children and close friends are often caregivers.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON L'ObservateurEven so, Hurricane Ida threw in a few unexpected curve balls. The pandemic also complicated things, said Thomas, who joined Robert Hart, MD, Ochsner Health’s chief medical officer, in a recent episode of “AMA Moving Medicine.” Through teamwork, resilience and quick problem-solving, the health system was able to safeguard patients and the community.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON American Medical AssociationOchsner's Medicare Advantage plans feature $0 deductibles and prescription drug, fitness, hearing, vision and dental coverage, according to the release.
VIEW THIS ARTICLE ON Becker's Hospital Review