September 8, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on everyone, especially those who suffered loss due to the virus. Nothing can replace loved ones, but FEMA may be able to help ease the financial burden that comes with that loss.

September 1, 2022

Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health has launched a new digital symptom checker for pediatric patients ages 0-17, offering more ways to access virtual, seamless guidance any time, day or night. 

The Pediatric Symptom Checker is the first online pediatric symptom checker tool created specifically for the region and provides parents with peace of mind in the palm of their hands. After answering a few short questions, the new online tool will provide advice on the next steps for seeking treatment or care for a sick child. 

September 1, 2022

V. Keith Rhynes, MD, MBA, FACS, recently joined Baton Rouge General’s Advanced Robotics Institute, where he uses minimally invasive and advanced robotic surgery platforms to treat a host of diseases and conditions.

Rhynes specializes in diseases of the colon, stomach, pancreas, and hepatobiliary system, including both cancerous and non-cancerous conditions. He also has a special interest in treating sports hernias, endocrine and thyroid disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and hyperhidrosis, a condition in which a person sweats excessively.

September 1, 2022

After a summer of highly publicized events and ongoing fears over COVID-19, many parents may be worried a little more than usual over the start of the new school year. Ochsner mental health experts encourage parents to talk to their children about those concerns, especially since kids don’t always experience the same worries.

September 1, 2022

The Louisiana Sleep Foundation, a sleep medicine, diagnostic, and treatment center, is now part of the Baton Rouge General. The center specializes in diagnosing and treating complex medical sleep disorders.