Are Nicotine Pouches Safer Than Vaping?
Learn what nicotine pouches are, their risks and side effects, and how they compare to smoking. Get expert support to quit nicotine with Ochsner.
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Our Favorite Healthy Condiments for Summer Cookouts
These dietitian-approved, better-for-you condiment lists and recipes will make your grill outs and get togethers as healthy as ever. -
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7 Best Ways to Eat Healthy When the Power Goes Out in 2026
If bad weather leaves you in the dark, here are some tasty and nutritious meal ideas to serve up—no oven, blender, perishables or microwave required! -
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What Do Food Expiration Dates Really Mean? Do I Need to Follow Them?
Learn the difference between the “use by,” “sell by” and “best by” labels that are often seen on food packaging. -
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5 Ways to Work Multiple Muscle Groups in the Pool
Use your pool time to the fullest by incorporating exercise. Improve agility, balance and cardiovascular fitness all at once!
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These Are The 2 Best Meatless Burgers, According to a Dietitian
Be careful, because some meatless burgers are loaded with far more carbs and sodium than a regular burger, and some with not much protein at all. -
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Digital Medicine: Manage High Blood Pressure from Anywhere in 2026
Ochsner Digital Medicine helps you manage Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure from home with expert remote care. -
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What Is the Difference Between a Maze Procedure and an Ablation for Afib?
Discover the differences between maze procedures and ablation for AFib. Learn how each technique creates scar tissue to restore heart rhythm disorders. -
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How Is Hantavirus Transmitted?
Chances are excellent that you won’t get hantavirus. Experts say the spread of the disease is highly unlikely for most people who are not directly exposed to rodents. -
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What Are the Main Causes of Breast Cancer?
About 85% of breast cancers occur in women with no family history. Learn your risk factors and what you can do to try to prevent breast cancer. -
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Top 3 Picks for Better-For-You Hot Dogs
Most hot dogs are loaded with sodium, nitrates, nitrites and food dyes but there are a few better-for-you options. Here are three of them. -
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9 Things To Know About Boil Water Advisories in 2026
Answers to commonly asked questions about a boil water advisory from an infectious disease doctor. -
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How To Protect Yourself When Traveling To Hurricane-Affected Areas in 2026
Those who must travel to hurricane-affected areas, including those who are traveling for humanitarian aid work, should follow these medical recommendations. -
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14 Steps You Must Take for 2026 Hurricane Preparedness
Don't wait until a hurricane is in the Gulf to start making preparations. Follow these expert recommendations so that you're ready. -
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How Do You Treat a Benign Thyroid Nodule?
There is good news when it comes to treating benign thyroid nodules, one of the most common thyroid conditions. -
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Generator Safety Tips for 2026
Generators are great to have when extreme weather knocks out power. Follow these generator safety tips to protect you and your family. -
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How To Build A Disaster Supply Kit In 2026
Learn how to build a disaster supply kit with essentials like water, food and first aid supplies. Be prepared for any emergency with these tips. -
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What Medical Supplies Should I Bring in a 2026 Hurricane Evacuation?
Prepare for hurricane evacuations with a medical supply kit. Learn what to pack, how to store medications and tips for protecting your health. -
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How to Avoid Car Sickness
Prepare for car sickness prevention for both kids and adults with these tips and tricks for a smooth and enjoyable trip. -
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Here's How to Build a Complete First-Aid Kit for 2026
Learn how to prepare for emergencies with this essential first aid kit checklist for families and babies. Stay safe and ready for the unexpected! -
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What Is Telehealth? 6 Facts Worth Knowing
Explore the top six facts about telehealth and how it's reshaping patient care experiences for a healthier future. -
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What Is a Mammogram?
A mammogram is a special test that can detect breast cancer. Because most breast cancers cannot be felt, a yearly mammogram can be a valuable tool for early detection. -
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What is a TAVR Procedure?
TAVR is a minimally invasive heart valve replacement procedure for those at increased risk for complications with traditional open-heart surgery. -
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Quiz: What Should You Know About Stroke Risk?
High blood pressure isn't the only warning sign to watch for. Find out the things that put you at risk for a stroke. -
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5 Best Healthy Boxed Mac and Cheese Options for 2026
Good news, mac and cheese lovers: More and more pre-made options are cropping up in stores. Learn which are the healthiest. -
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3 of the Best Picks for Healthier Boxed Brownies
Here are three good-for-you brownie mixes you can find on shelves now. All are low-carb, gluten-free and made with no artificial sweeteners or colors. -
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Our Top 6 Pasta Sauce Picks Based on Nutritional Value
There’s no shortage of opinions when it comes to the “best" pasta sauce. In this case, we’re talking about the top picks, nutritionally speaking, that you’ll find at your local grocery. -
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3 Of The Best Healthy Frozen Pizzas
Frozen pizza can be tasty and nutritious! Registered Dietitian Molly Kimball gives her selections for the best frozen pizzas at the grocery stores. -
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What Are the Warning Signs of Stroke in Women?
Strokes can have a more negative and long-term impact for women, since they generally live longer than men. -
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Do You Know the Stroke Symptoms to Recognize Immediately?
Strokes don’t just happen to older adults. A quarter of strokes occur in those under 65. -
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How Can You Make Caregiving After Stroke Easier?
When a loved one experiences a stroke, navigating the aftermath can feel like venturing into uncharted territory. As a caregiver, you play a crucial role in their recovery journey. -
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At What Age is the Human Brain Fully Developed?
The human brain reaches its physical size and weight around age 13 or 14. However, our human intellect continues to develop, mature, and change across our lifespan. -
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What Is Normal Blood Sugar?
Learn how glucose and insulin work, what A1C means, diabetes warning signs and ways to manage healthy blood sugar. -
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A Photographer, an ALS Diagnosis and Life Through a New Lens
Rusty C. has spent most of his life behind a camera. A lifelong photographer and retired local photojournalist, he fell in love with photography at age 3. For decades, he used his lens to tell other people’s stories. Today, he is sharing his own. -
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What is the Difference Between a Midwife and an OB/GYN?
Both OB/GYNS and midwives deliver babies, but there are some differences. Learn about OB/GYNs and midwives when it comes to your preferred and recommended birth plan. -
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What Is the Cause of Sinus Infection?
Sinus infection symptoms, causes and relief: Learn what sinusitis feels like, what helps at home and when it’s time to see a doctor. -
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How to Properly Latch for Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is the recommended approach for feeding your baby, but sometimes it can be difficult. Let's explore proper latching techniques, how much to feed your baby and how to increase milk supply. -
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6 Cancer Screenings All Women Should Know About
John Cole, MD, an oncologist at Ochsner Health, shares six cancer screenings all women should know about, like breast cancer, cervical cancer and even skin cancer. -
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When Should a Teen Start Seeing a Gynecologist?
Vu Vuong, MD, an OB/GYN at Ochsner Health, explains what teenagers should expect at their first gynecologic appointment, plus when they should visit. -
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What Is the Main Cause of Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is a brain condition that causes repeated, unprovoked seizures. A seizure is a sudden burst of unusual electrical activity in the brain. Not all seizures mean a person has epilepsy, and seizures can look different from one person to another. -
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How Does Secondhand Smoke Affect Your Pets?
Protect your pet from secondhand and thirdhand smoke. Learn the risks, simple ways to reduce exposure and why smoke-free homes support better health. -
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Who Can Receive a Kidney Transplant?
A kidney transplant offers people with severe kidney disease a chance at longer, healthier lives, and Ochsner Health guides patients through eligibility, evaluation and advanced transplant options, including living donor and kidney‑pancreas transplants -
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Mammalian Dive Reflex: A Cool Way to Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Learning how to trigger the mammalian dive reflex can help you slow down your heart rate and manage intense emotions. -
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What Does an Occupational Therapist Do?
Occupational therapy is an expansive field with dozens of specialties ranging from hand therapy to pediatrics to stroke recovery. -
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Fest at Your Best: Ergonomic Tips to Prevent Aches and Pains
Keep your body at its best for the fest with a bit of planning. -
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Is Bronchitis Contagious? 7 Ways to Avoid Spreading It
Wondering if bronchitis is contagious? Learn about bronchitis symptoms, how to prevent it and when to seek care. -
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5 Bladder Tips for Festival Season: Dealing with that "Gotta Go" Feeling
Getting the urge to go while out at the fest? Hot sun and salty food can lead to dehydration and bladder irritation. Here's how to stop it. -
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What Are the Top Symptoms of Dehydration?
A dry or sticky mouth, fatigue and mild dizziness are just three signs of dehydration. Learn how to recognize this condition and prevent it from happening. -
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Robotic Kidney Transplants: 7 Things to Know
A robotic kidney transplant is a minimally invasive surgery. Surgeons use a highly advanced robotic system to place the donor kidney into the patient’s body. -
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Sun Protection Tips for 2026: 7 Things to Know
Read our best sunscreen tips, including when to opt for zinc oxide sunscreen. -
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How Can I Identify and Treat a Rash from Poison Ivy?
Did you know if you act fast enough, you can prevent a poison ivy rash from forming? -
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What is a Pediatric Liver Transplant?
A pediatric liver transplant is a life-saving procedure that replaces a child's failing liver with a healthy donor organ, offering a proven path to restore their health and support their long-term growth and development. -
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How Long Does Swimmer's Eye Last in Kids?
Kefla Brown. DO, a pediatric ophthalmologist at Ochsner Children's, shares tips on how to get chlorine out of your child's eyes. -
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5 Upper Body Strength Exercises for 2026
Women, particularly, need to develop their upper body, since they are typically lacking in strength here. All of us, lose muscle as we age, so why not build it? -
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6 Jazz Fest Drinks We Love to Keep You Hydrated in 2026
You know how hot it gets at Jazz Fest. These are our favorite drinks to keep those fluids coming throughout the day. -
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15 Things to Pack When You Attend Louisiana Festivals
Even if you don't have a baby, baby wipes are a handy item to have in your festival bag. See our full list of recommended festival go-tos. -
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2026 Ochsner Eat Fit Menu Available at Jazz Fest
Look for the Eat Fit seal on menu boards at Jazz Fest, spotlighting festival favorites that also happen to fit within the Eat Fit nutritional criteria. -
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5 Top Picks for Plant-Based Coffee Creamers in 2026
Here are eight of the best plant-based coffee creamer products currently on the market, ranked by flavor and texture. -
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2026 Louisiana Festival Food: How to Make Healthy Choices
When picking festival foods, avoid assuming keto, vegan or gluten-free items are more nutritious. A fried vegan doughnut is still a doughnut. -
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How Much Caffeine Is in Mushroom Coffee? What Does It Taste Like?
Surprisingly, mushroom coffee tastes more like regular coffee than expected; maybe a little earthier. -
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9 Foods to Boost Your Immune System
From chicken soup and Brazil nuts to turmeric and tea, be sure to stock up on these immune-boosting foods and supplements as we head into flu season. -
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A Complete Guide to the 5 Best Plant-Based Sweetener Options
Here's a rundown on low- and no-calorie plant-based sweeteners, including how they taste and the best ways to use them. -
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What is Bariatric Surgery? 5 Things to Know and Tips for Success
Bariatric surgery procedures alter your digestive system to help you lose weight. Learn who is a candidate for bariatric surgery and what types of results you can expect. -
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Back Workout: 4 Exercises for Staying Strong and Healthy
Your back muscles are involved in just about everything you do. It’s important for your back muscles to be strong so that you can do the activities that you want to do. -
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Lose Weight, Lower A1c, Live Better with Ochsner Digital Medicine
Take control of Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or weight with Ochsner Digital Medicine’s team-based care and remote management. -
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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 10,000 are waiting for a new liver. -
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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. -
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The Guide to Organ Donation: 5 Facts You Need to Know
Discover life-saving organ donation facts, including how living liver and kidney donations at Ochsner Health give patients a second chance. Learn how you can save lives today! -
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How Are Transplanted Organs Matched?
Explaining how organs are matched to patients in need of a life-saving transplant. -
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8 Fresh Produce Options to Add to Your Spring Diet
Fresh produce during the spring makes for tasty fruit and veggie snacks. -
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4 Ways to Enjoy a Lighter, Refreshing Glass of Iced Tea
These lighter takes on iced tea are sure to quench your thirst. -
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Chronic Kidney Disease: Understanding and Managing Care
Manage chronic kidney disease with Ochsner's tailored care and innovative Digital Medicine program for better health results. -
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Healthy Aging: 5 Longevity Tips to Enjoy Your Later Years
An Ochsner Digital Medicine expert shares five key practices for longevity and healthy aging. -
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National Healthcare Decisions Day 2026: What You Should Know
Advance care planning isn't just for older people. Now is the time to have discussions with your family members to understand what matters most. -
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Important Steps to Start Advance Care Planning
Advance care planning can help doctors and providers give you the best care possible based on an understanding of how you want to live. -
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5 Ways to Protect Yourself from the Sun
Sunlight is the main source of UV rays, but you don’t have to avoid the sun completely to protect yourself like a pro. Check out these 5 tips to limit your exposure to UV rays. -
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What SPF Should I Use? A Dermatologist Explains
What SPF is enough? Which SPF should you use? Learn which SPF dermatologists recommend. -
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How to Store and Protect Frozen Breast Milk During a Power Outage
Learn how to safely store breast milk during a hurricane or power outage. Get practical tips for preparation, freezer storage, and what to do if milk thaws. -
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5 Important Facts About Donor Human Milk Banking
The Mothers’ Milk Bank of Louisiana at Ochsner in New Orleans, Louisiana, collects approved donor human milk for premature babies who need breastmilk to survive and thrive. -
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4 Healthier Ways to Enjoy Café Frappe: Blended, Frozen Coffee You Can Feel Good About
It’s no secret that many coffee shop blended drinks are more dessert than actual coffee. Try these four better-for-you versions. -
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Does Smoking Really Affect Surgery?
Learn how nicotine impacts your surgery, the risks of smoking before a procedure and how quitting helps you heal faster and safely. -
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Why Are Black People at Greater Risk of Colon Cancer?
African Americans are about 20% more likely to get colorectal cancer and about 40% more likely to die from it than most other groups.
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