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On March 29, 2023, the FDA approved Narcan for over-the-counter purchase, allowing anyone to buy this medication without a prescription.
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Here Are the Top Ways Diabetes Might Hurt Your Vision
We highly stress that those living with diabetes take vision loss seriously. Get screened by an ophthalmologist routinely and keep diabetes and A1C well controlled. -
What Are the Requirements for Organ Donation?
All people should consider themselves potential organ and tissue donors—regardless of age, health, race or ethnicity. -
What Do I Need to Know About Liver Transplants?
Of the roughly 107,000 people who are currently in need of a lifesaving organ transplant, nearly 11,000 are waiting for a new liver. -
How Do I Know if I Am Registered as an Organ Donor?
90% of U.S. adults say they support organ donation but only 60% are actually signed up on a registry list. -
Top 10 Common Organ Donation Myths Debunked
The most common falsehoods related to the organ donation process, and why everyone should consider becoming a donor today.
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Living Kidney Donations: Who Can Donate and What is the Donation Process?
Choosing to donate a kidney is one of the most meaningful and generous things anyone can do but there are many things to consider. -
Best Ways to Boost Your Immune System During 2023 Flu Season
Up to 80% of communicable diseases are transferred by touch, so make sure to wash up often during flu season. -
Insomnia During Pregnancy: 9 Tips for the Best Night's Sleep
Several factors can contribute to insomnia during pregnancy. Trouble sleeping can begin as early as the first trimester as hormone levels begin to change and can persist into in the third trimester. -
Deadly Fungal Infection Candida Auris in 2023: Should You Be Worried?
The ‘superbug’ Candida auris is a fungal disease that can spread in healthcare settings, but is it as scary as the news makes it seem? -
What is Colon Cancer? Three Facts You Must Know.
Colon cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the large intestine (colon). -
How Common Is Pain During Sexual Intercourse (Dyspareunia)?
Don’t discount pain or discomfort during sex as normal. -
I Think Mastitis Is Starting: Top Tips on How Treat It Early
A new treatment option can help treat early-stage mastitis -
14 Top Signs of Sleep Apnea You Need to Know
What if loud snoring and restless nights are actually a sign of sleep apnea? -
How Heart Failure Affects Your Kidneys and How You Can Treat It
An issue with your heart can have a direct impact on your kidneys and vice-versa. If your kidneys aren’t working correctly, it may damage your heart over time. -
What is the Cause of Kidney Failure, and How Can I Prevent It?
About 37 million people in the United States have chronic kidney disease. It is important to know what are the main causes of kidney failure and the steps you can take to prevent it. -
Important Signs and Symptoms to Know About Broken Heart Syndrome
Have you ever had your heart broken? It hurts, doesn’t it. But there’s actually a real medical condition called broken heart syndrome. -
How Are Epstein-Barr Virus and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Connected?
The linking of MS and EBV could be a significant step in preventing MS, which affects nearly 1 million people over the age of 18 in the United States. -
Is it Dangerous for My Teenager to Turn to TikTok for Medical Advice?
A newer trend currently amongst teens includes seeking social media therapy. As a result, teenagers seek alternative methods to help with their mental health challenges. -
What Are the Best Over-the-Counter Allergy Medications for Adults?
Which allergy medication you take depends on your specific symptoms and, to some degree, which medication your body reacts to best. -
How Are Multiple Sclerosis and Hardening of the Arteries (Atherosclerosis) Linked?
Researchers now believe multiple sclerosis and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) have a link in addition to their use of the common suffix. -
The 6 Top Mold Allergy Symptoms in Adults
While many allergies are seasonal, mold allergies are not because mold grows year around both indoors and outside. -
8 Natural Ways to Beat Spring Allergies
From consuming green tea and spicy food to using a neti pot, these natural remedies can alleviate your allergies. -
Important Facts You Should Know About Gestational Diabetes in 2023
Around 10% of pregnancies in the United States are affected by gestational diabetes. Learn how gestational diabetes may affect your pregnancy. -
What Is a Gamma Knife and What Makes It So Special?
A Gamma Knife procedure is often referred to as a “radiosurgery” but it does not involve any type of incision, making it far less invasive than traditional surgery. -
How Does Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Work to Regulate the Heart?
Cardiac resynchronization therapy is used to improve the heart’s rhythm and the symptoms associated with an irregular heartbeat. -
What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease? 5 Top Symptoms to Be Aware of
For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, normal breathing can be an ongoing struggle. While COPD isn’t curable, it is often preventable and treatable. -
Is It Possible To Get Hay Fever and Fever At The Same Time?
Hay fever can be manageable with the correct medication and lifestyle changes. A total of 60 million people a year in the United States are affected by hay fever, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Hay fever is not detrimental or severe, but it can be uncomfortable.By Jo S Reed -
Is It True That Tattoos Can Increase Your Risk of Getting Skin Cancer?
With more people getting tattoos, it is important to address the possible health risks that may come along with this practice. -
How Soon Can I Go Back to Work After Stomach Flu?
The stomach viruses most common in adults can stick around and be spread for a few days even after you feel better. -
Disabling Shaking in the Hands: Could Essential Tremors Be to Blame?
An estimated 10 million Americans have essential tremors -- nearly 10 times the number with Parkinson’s. -
Can Stiff-Person Syndrome Be Managed? Here Are 3 Things to Know
Stiff-person syndrome is a rare neurological disease affecting only about 1 or 2 million people. There is still much that researchers don’t understand bout the disorder. -
What Is Kesimpta? Is The Medication Used to Treat Multiple Sclerosis?
More than 2 million people worldwide live with MS, and drug treatments provide hope. -
Here's Why Pore Strips Are a Bad Idea for Your Skin
Pore strips have mixed reviews on if they remove debris or if the strong adhesives irritate the skin and yank away more than just blackheads. -
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD): What is it and Who Needs One?
Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs) or “heart pumps” support heart function and assist in blood flow to the body. -
Do I Have Heart Disease? 5 Sneaky Signs to Know About
Being diagnosed with heart disease can be scary and unexpected. Not all signs or symptoms of heart disease are clear or obvious like a heart attack or irregular heartbeat. Some symptoms can be misleading or mistaken for something else. -
The Best Ways to Control Menopause Vasomotor Symptoms (VMS) in 2023
Vasomotor symptoms (VMS) or hot flashes are the most common menopausal symptoms. Here's what you need to know about the causes of VMS and how you can help keep them at bay. -
The Top Cause of Heart Attacks in Pregnant Women: SCAD
SCAD is a condition, that has the potential to cause devastating heart attacks in young or pregnant women. Know what SCAD is, who is at risk and the signs to look for. -
Everything to Know About the Pediatric Cath Lab
Ochsner Health's pediatric cath lab can diagnose and treat heart problems in children. -
Pain in the Legs: Could It Be Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral arterial disease is atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries, which causes narrowing of vessels that carry blood to the legs and feet. If your vessels are blocked, that means your body isn’t getting the blood and oxygen it needs to function. -
The 3 Best Products to Treat Dry Skin and 3 to Avoid
What are the best over-the-counter products to treat dry, itchy winter skin? -
Heart Attacks in Men & Women: What Are the Different Signs and Risk?
From cold sweats and extreme fatigue to neck and back pain, heart attack symptoms can manifest themselves differently in men and women. -
What are the Requirements to Donate Blood in 2023
Few acts are as simple and as generous as donating blood. The only source for safe and adequate blood for patients in your community is you - the donor! -
4 Surprising Signs of Congestive Heart Failure to Look Out For
Nausea, indigestion and stomach pain are just some of the lesser known symptoms of congestive heart failure. -
6 Tips to Maintain a Heart Healthy Lifestyle
Fruits and vegetables, whole grains and limited sodium intake are some of the best ways to fight heart disease. -
The Best Tips to Reduce Your Risk of an Enlarged Prostate
Urologist Matthew Nielsen, MD, explains how lifestyle and dietary changes can reduce your risk of an enlarged prostate. -
Food Poisoning or 2023 Stomach Flu?
Symptoms for food poisoning and stomach flu can be similar. Here's how to tell them apart. -
Is Bronchitis Contagious? 7 Top Ways to Avoid Spreading It
Bronchitis can make life miserable. The nagging cough, shortness of breath and sore chest can linger for weeks. Bronchitis occurs when the airways leading to your lungs get inflamed and fill with mucus. -
What Are the Unique Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attacks in Women?
Heart attack symptoms can display themselves differently in men and women. While chest pain is the most common symptom of a heart attack, women are more likely to suffer a heart attack with more subtle signs. -
What Does It Take to Be a Great Hand Surgeon?
The secret to being a great hand surgeon? Leaving surgery as a last resort and trying more conservative methods first, says Dr. Sagar Shah. -
What is Retinal Detachment? 5 Top Symptoms to Know About
Retinal detachment is a rare, but serious eye condition that happens when your retina is pulled away from its normal position. Retinal detachment often comes on quickly and is an emergency. -
Cancer of the Esophagus: 7 Top Symptoms to Know About
Cancer of the esophagus is a type of rare cancer that grows in the esophagus and causes symptoms such as chest pain, trouble swallowing and hoarseness. -
7 Top Tips for Living With a Pacemaker
A pacemaker is a small battery-operated device that helps the heart beat in a regular pattern. It is designed to only work when needed and replaces the heart’s natural pacemaker functions. -
Is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Causing My Arm Pain?
Cubital tunnel syndrome can cause pain on the inside of the forearm, pinky and ring fingers. It is not the same as golfer's elbow. -
Can Trigger Finger Heal On Its Own?
Trigger finger is a common, painful condition that can cause your finger to get stuck in the bent position. Surgery is not always required for treatment. -
Heart Murmurs in Adults: 9 Symptoms to be Aware of
Being told that you have a heart murmur can be scary, but most are not serious or cause for alarm. A cardiac murmur is simply a heart sound that is abnormal. The sound is created by blood flow moving through one of the valves of your heart. -
Mpox 2023: What Are the Symptoms and Treatments?
Mpox, a rare but potentially serious viral illness, has started to spread in the United States at a rather unusual pace. Here is what you need to know about this viral infection. -
3 Things to Know About 2023 Flu Shots and Kids
Getting the flu vaccine is the best way to protect your child from the flu. -
Top 10 Flu Myths in 2023 Revealed
If you are wondering about whether you should get the flu shot, we'll help you make your final decision. Here are 10 flu myths revealed. -
What You Need to Know About Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
This inherited condition can interfere with your liver's ability to protect your lungs and other organs from infections or inhaled irritants.By Ryan Himes, MD and Courtney Shappley -
How a Social Worker Manages Her Autoimmune Disorder Diagnosis
Receiving an autoimmune diagnosis can be live changing. Jessica St. Pierre, a licensed clinical social worker, shares what she learned after being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Disease. -
What Are the Symptoms of Hepatitis C in Kids and How Can it Be Treated?
While rare, an estimated 23,000-46,000 kids in the U.S. have this liver infection. -
What You Need To Know About the Hepatitis Outbreak in Children
Pediatric hepatologist Ryan Himes, MD, explains the recent hepatitis outbreak in children, plus ways to protect your kids and symptoms to look out for. -
Am I Having an Asthma Attack?
An asthma attack can be a terrifying experience. Learn the symptoms to quickly recognize when an asthma attack is happening. -
What is Neurology and When Should You See a Neurologist?
Neurologists treat conditions dealing with the brain, spine and nerves. Here are five surprising symptoms that may mean you should seek care from a neurologist. -
What is ABA Therapy and How Can it Help Children and Adults with Autism?
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) addresses how behaviors start and why they continue and can be helpful for both adults and children with autism. -
Have Bad Posture? 5 Tips to Improve Posture and Reduce Pain
Having good posture can improve your health and reduce long-lasting issues. Learn strategies to correct your posture and eliminate discomfort. -
Top Remedies to Soothe a COVID-19 Sore Throat
While there is no cure for a COVID-19 sore throat, you can use numerous treatments to ease your pain. -
Best Medications and Home Remedies to Cure Your Sore Throat
A throbbing sore throat can cause pain and discomfort. Find some relief for your aching throat with these tips on medications and home remedies. -
Is Epilepsy Curable? Here's How Seizures Are Treated
Neurologists who treat epilepsy have an ever-increasing list of treatment options for patients who suffer from seizures. -
What Does Retinol Do for Your Skin?
Retinol works by boosting skin cell and collagen production, unclogging pores, and exfoliating the skin. -
Can You Be Completely Cured of Lymphoma?
Lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that is usually considered treatable. Survival rates vary based on the type of lymphoma. -
How to Remove Wrinkles from Your Face Quickly
Botox relaxes the muscles to minimize wrinkles while dermal fillers use substances to fill in or plump areas. -
How To Stop a Runny Nose
Waking up with a stuffed and runny nose can be an annoyance. Read our tips on what to do if your snot has taken control. -
5 Things Women Need to Know About Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a condition that can affect both men and women, but there are special considerations for women diagnosed with epilepsy. -
7 Frequently Asked Questions About Seizures and Epilepsy from a Neurologist
Epilepsy is a spectrum disorder with many different types of seizures at varying levels of severity. Here is what you need to know. -
10 Best Ways to Manage Your Diabetes During the Holidays
Nearly 900,000 people in Louisiana and Mississippi have diabetes. Here's how you can enjoy the holidays and stay healthy. -
4 Best Ways to Relieve Holiday Constipation
Stress + anxiety + rich food=digestive issues. You can relieve (and prevent) holiday constipation with these tips. -
3 Things To Know About Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States. Learn who is most at risk. -
Ragweed Season 2022: What to Know
Ragweed pollen allergies peak in mid-September and typically last into late November and can make life downright miserable. -
Could My Memory Lapses Be Alzheimer's Disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in older adults, but it is not the only cause. -
10 Best Strategies for Helping a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
One tip? Maintain a routine. Patients with Alzheimer's benefit from having a predictable environment. -
Treating Neuroendocrine Tumors: Top Surgical Options For Patients
The Ochsner Neuroendocrine Tumor Program and its team of surgeons offers a wide variety of surgical options for patients diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor. -
5 Top Reasons for Painful Big Toe Joint Pain
Even though toe joints are small, they play a prime role in how the foot functions -
10 Important Things To Know about Epilepsy and Seizures
One seizure doesn't mean you have epilepsy. Neurologist Fawad Khan debunks more common myths. -
5 Common Conditions in Infants and How to Handle Them to Ease Your Worry
From colic and cradle cap to ear infections and jaundice, here's how to handle 5 common conditions in infants. -
What Causes Epilepsy and What Are the Most Common Signs?
November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month, and there are a lot of questions that often surround this medical condition. -
Is Testosterone Therapy the New Beauty Trend For Men?
Testosterone therapy is not a fountain of youth for aging men. Learn about its risks and what experts recommend instead. -
I Feel Like I Am Spinning: 5 Symptoms of Vertigo
We’ve all felt dizzy from time to time, and while dizzy spells are often nothing to be concerned about, a chronic feeling of spinning or imbalance could be a sign of vertigo. -
How Can Nutrition Therapy Help Kids with IBD?
Nutrition therapy can help ease inflammation and heal the gut in kids with inflammatory bowel disease.By Brian Morris, MD and Lauren Brinks -
What is Container Baby Syndrome?
While jumpers and carseats keep babies safe and happy, too much time in them can cause container baby syndrome. But container baby syndrome is 100 percent preventable!By Madison Rau -
Breast Cancer: Risk Factors, Treatment
About 85% of breast cancers are sporadic and occur in women with no family history. Learn your risk factors and what you can do to try to prevent breast cancer. -
7 Top Reasons You're Peeing a Lot
Are frequent bathroom trips interfering in your day? Here are seven things that could be the culprit. -
Pediatric Liver Transplants: Why Go to Ochsner
Having a child who needs a pediatric liver transplant can be a parent's worse nightmare. Your first step should be to arm yourself with all the facts.By Ryan Himes, MD and John Seal, MD -
Signs of Diabetes in Women
You may be surprised to learn 1 in 9 adult women in the U.S. has diabetes. Women should be mindful of the signs and symptoms of diabetes to help diagnose the disease and control it. -
Botox Benefits and How Fast Does It Work?
Botox was first approved in the late 1980s to treat eye muscle disorders. In 2002, the Food and Drug Administration approved its use for cosmetic purposes.