November 9, 2023

Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) has received two gold awards from the American Heart Association for its commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke through cholesterol and blood pressure management.

November 2, 2023

Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is hosting a free screening on Nov. 14 at the CIS Prairieville location, 37292 Market Place Drive, Suite A.

Guests will receive a complimentary electrocardiogram (EKG) and blood pressure screenings. An EKG is a painless test that records the electrical signals of the heart. The screening can detect blockages, the thickness of the heart wall, past heart attacks and more. Results will be reviewed on site.

November 1, 2023

Woman’s is hosting their bi-annual Baby Grand event for expecting parents. Meet with local pediatricians and learn from the experts on everything you need to know about expecting a little one. Join classes on preparing for delivery, breastfeeding, newborn care, car seat safety, and so much more.

The event will be held Nov. 4 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Blvd. in Baton Rouge. 

To learn more or to register for this event, visit womans.org.

November 1, 2023

Ochsner Health was named among the “Best Hospitals According to Patients & Health Care Providers” by WebMD, an online publication for health news and information.

November 1, 2023

The research department at Woman’s Hospital is seeking participants for its SWEET Study to learn if a once-a-week medicine, called semaglutide (Ozempic®), can help proactively treat women who are at high risk for diabetes.

Women with a history of gestational diabetes in the last 10 years who are not menopausal and have pre-diabetes are invited to apply. Those who complete the eight-month study will be compensated $1,000.

Apply through Nov. 30 to be considered for the study by visiting womans.org.