How Does Caffeine Affect Your Heart?
When we think of caffeine, we often overlook its effects on our bodies, including our hearts.
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Second COVID-19 Booster Shot: Do You Qualify?
The FDA approved an additional booster dose for certain people who may be at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Here's what you need to know. -
What Necessities Do I Need in a First-Aid Kit?
Having a well-stocked first-aid kit in case of accidents is important for preventing infections, as well as lessening the potential severity of an injury. -
Expect the Unexpected: Here's How to Build a Complete First-Aid Kit
To help prepare for the unexpected, having a well-stocked first aid kit on hand can give you a critical advantage to first response. -
What to Expect When You’re Expecting During Hurricane Season 2022
Hurricane season is starting, and for pregnant women, it’s important to take extra steps to ensure everything goes smoothly, whether you are evacuating or staying. -
How Effective is HIV PrEP and Who Should Take It?
PrEP is a treatment that can reduce the chance of getting HIV.
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What Are Side Effects of the COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids?
Pfizer submitted an emergency use authorization request to the Food and Drug Administration on Oct. 7 for the vaccine for the 5-11 age group. The FDA is expected to take at least several weeks to analyze the data before deciding whether to grant the drug maker’s request. -
Booster Shots for Older Teens Approved by CDC
Sixteen-and 17-year-olds are now approved to receive the Pfizer booster -
COVID Vaccine for Kids Under 16
The Pfizer vaccine for teenagers ages 12 to 15 is the same two-dose regimen currently being administered to those who are ages 16 and older. -
Ochsner Parents: Find All Your Children's Shot Records Online
No more calling the doctor’s office or hunting around the house. Your child's vaccination records are online, whenever you need them. -
Young Mother Triumphs Over Triple Negative Breast Cancer
At 29 years old, Rachel was a dietitian, a wife and a mom to a 15-month-old little boy. She was also diagnosed with breast cancer. -
What is a Virtual Visit?
See a doctor online for quick, easy care with virtual visits today. -
Scheduling Cardiology Appointments Post Hurricanes
Ochsner Cardiology is dedicated to protecting our community post any natural disaster. We have a few changes to our appointments due to the recent hurricane. -
What Medical Supplies Should I Bring with Me in a 2022 Hurricane Evacuation?
If you were to evacuate your home for a hurricane, would you think to grab your prescription medications list? -
Minimizing Spring Allergy Symptoms
Simple things like leaving your outdoor shoes at the doorstep and vacuuming twice a week can help minimize springtime allergy symptoms. -
What to Do When Dehydrated
Dehydration can influence your mental functioning, heart rate and ability to regulate body temperature and blood pressure. -
8 Essentials for Hurricane 2022 Preparedness
Hurricane season is unpredictable. Now is the time to look ahead and starting planning for the possibility of a large storm making landfall near you. -
7 Facts about the HPV Vaccine
The HPV vaccine is recommended for both girls and boys between ages 11 and 12. It provides protection against HPV infections that may occur later in life. -
The Health Benefits of Helping Others
Some of the established health benefits of charitable giving include lower blood pressure, lower stress levels and better physical and psychological well-being. -
5 Bladder Tips for Festival Season
Getting that "gotta go" feeling while out at the fest? Hot sun and salty food can lead to dehydration and bladder irritation. Here's how to stop it. -
Primary Care, Urgent Care or Emergency Room?
By assessing the condition or symptoms you are facing, you can select the appropriate place to go for care. -
What Causes Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI), and it can affect both men and women. While no one wants to be told they have an STI, the good news is chlamydia is treatable. -
How Do I Know If I’m Having a Stroke?
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. Learn the signs to spot a stroke. -
How Quitting Alcohol Helps Your Skin
Do you have rosacea? Drinking alcohol may make it worse, especially if you're a woman. -
Organ Donation: What’s True or False?
Clearing up the confusion around who is eligible to become an organ donor and the way the organ donation process works. -
What is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)?
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe form of PMS. Learn more about the symptoms and diagnosis process to find the relief you deserve. -
Baby, It’s Hot! Sunscreen and Infants
Learn more about guidelines and tips on if sunscreen is right for infants -
4 Skincare Ingredients to Avoid
Some skincare products may be harmful or cause reactions such as contact dermatitis. When choosing products to incorporate into your skincare routine, there are four ingredients you should avoid. -
Staying Up to Date with Pediatric Visits and Vaccines: Here's Why It’s Important
Pediatric well-visits are critical to ensuring that your child is reaching important milestones, especially for those 2-years and under. These visits allow for a complete and comprehensive check of your child’s overall health. -
How Dirty Is Your Mobile Phone?
With more than 15 billion mobile phones being used across the globe, shouldn’t you know the health risks associated with them? -
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. -
How to Break the Sugar Habit
Sugar has a tremendous influence on our brains, triggering our bodies to produce feel-good chemicals that, when combined with fat and salt, light up the same areas of the brain that are activated by addictive drugs. -
Can Mardi Gras Beads Make Your Child Sick?
What are those Mardi Gras beads made of? -
What Are the 3 Main Types of Skin Cancer?
Not all skin cancers look the same. Knowing the characteristics of each can help you detect skin cancer in its earliest stages. -
Mardi Gras Concussions and How to Avoid Them
Are those beads really worth a trip to the urgent care or ER? -
Heart-Healthy Living Advice for Mothers
Check out these simple tips for mothers to take care of their heart health. -
Cardiologist’s Tips for Staying Heart-Healthy
Small changes in your daily life can make a big difference in your long-term heart health. -
Recognizing Heart Problems in Women
What heart symptoms should women know about? -
Mardi Gras Heart Health
If you are on a low-sodium diet or prescription medication for high blood pressure, here's how to celebrate Mardi Gras safely. -
Tips for Peeing During Mardi Gras Parades
If you're tempted to hover or power pee while using a public toilet at Mardi Gras, you may want to rethink your strategy. Here’s why. -
Sinuses Acting Up? Here Are Some Tips to Help Manage the Symptoms
Congestion, coughing, and headache? It may be your sinuses. -
School Physicals—What to Expect
At the start of a new school year or sports season, your child may require a school physical. Here's what you and your child can expect. -
Parades Are Back: How to Celebrate Mardi Gras Safely During COVID-19
After not having Mardi Gras parades take to the streets in 2021, it’s safe to say Louisianians are ready to let the good times roll! But precautions must be taken as it appears COVID-19 isn’t going anywhere - anytime soon. It’s important to remain diligent in our efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19. -
What Is a Migraine? 31 Facts vs. Fiction
Migraine headaches come in a lot of flavors. A migraine can be mild, moderate or severe. -
Should I Wear Sunscreen When It Is Cold Outside?
When it gets cold, people often dismiss the use of sunscreen. The sun is still powerful, even when it is cold and cloudy. -
Are N95 Masks Recommended for Omicron?
With the highly transmissible Omicron variant circulating widely, the CDC says people at increased risk for severe disease may opt for highly protective N95 respirators or KN95 masks. -
Symptoms of Tech Neck
Bending over your phone too much? Anyone who has held a newborn knows the importance of supporting our heavy skulls. -
New Eye Drops Could Limit Need for Reading Glasses
It’s no secret that as we age into our 40s and 50s, our near vision can weaken, making it difficult to see things up close clearly. But a new eye drop could be a game-changer for adults living with blurry near vision. -
Avoiding a Cold Weather Heart Attack
Cold weather can cause your arteries to constrict, which can mean your heart has to work harder due to a rise in blood pressure and pulse. -
Benefits of Weighted Blankets: Do They Help with Sleep?
The deep pressure stimulation provided by the weighted blanket during sleep can help reduce pain, lessen anxiety and help improve moods. -
Quit Smoking With Our Free Program
It doesn’t matter if you’ve never tried to quit smoking before or if you’ve tried too many times to count, Ochsner’s smoking cessation program can help you quit for good. -
Car Seat Safety Tips
Many children are protected by car seats every year, but incorrectly installing car seats are still a leading cause of serious injury or worse in kids. Here are car seat safety tips to implement today. -
ATV Safety Tips for Kids
Using all-terrain vehicles can be enjoyable, but they can also be dangerous. Here are ATV safety tips for kids to keep your family safe while having fun. -
Mardi Gras Ladder Safety Tips
Mardi Gras ladders are a great way for your kids to experience parades. It’s important to practice safety when using ladders on parade routes. -
Is My COVID Vaccine Immunity Fading?
If you are five months or more out from your last COVID-19 dose, does that mean your immunity to COVID-19 may be fading? -
What Is the Difference Between the Third Dose and Booster COVID-19 Vaccine?
Trying to decide between the third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and the booster shot can cause confusion. Let us help you find out which vaccine is right for you. -
COVID-19 Boosters Approved by CDC for Ages 12-15
The Centers for Disease Control approved Pfizer COVID-19 boosters for children ages 12-15 and immunocompromised children ages 5-11 -
Who Should Wear Compression Socks?
If you regularly experience swollen feet or you’re an athlete with achy legs, compression stockings may be the answer. -
Top Foods and Drinks That Improve Liver Health
From coffee and tea to blueberries and beetroot juice, these foods and drinks have been shown to boost your liver health. -
How To Safely Celebrate New Year’s During COVID-19
Making it through 2021 is a cause for celebration. -
Firework Safety Tips for New Year's Eve
Fireworks can be extremely dangerous, especially when used near children and teens. -
How to Avoid a Holiday Heart Attack
Heart problems can be confused with indigestion. Know the warning signs of a heart attack. -
What Is a Pacemaker Used For?
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. -
Congestive Heart Failure: Surprising Symptoms
Nausea, indigestion and stomach pain are just some of the lesser known symptoms of congestive heart failure. -
Christmas Tree Allergy Symptoms
What's in YOUR Christmas tree? If bringing a fresh Christmas tree into your home makes you sniffle, you might be surprised to know it's what's lurking in the tree that makes you sneeze. -
Side Effects of Ibuprofen
Did you know ibuprofen was launched in the United Kingdom in 1969 as a prescription drug for rheumatoid arthritis? It's now one of the world's best-selling drugs, but ibuprofen can have side effects. -
The Do's and Don'ts of Ladder Safety
Tall ladders and heavy boxes can pose hazardous while decorating for the holidays. Follow these tips to stay safe while getting in the holiday spirit. -
Stomach Viruses: How Soon Can You Go to Work?
If you have a stomach virus and are trying to decide whether to stay home or tough it out at work, these tips can guide you through what to do. -
Heart Attack Symptoms: Men vs. Women
From cold sweats and extreme fatigue to neck and back pain, heart attack symptoms can manifest themselves differently in men and women. -
9 Tips for Diabetics During the Holidays
Here are nine tips to help you have a healthy holiday season while still enjoying delicious holiday food favorites. -
Heartburn Causes and Remedies
The reason that heartburn and bloating are often discussed during the holiday season is that our eating habits tend to change during this time. -
9 Tips for Surviving the Holidays With Your In-Laws
The holidays can be stressful, but in-law tension can make the season seem extra anxiety-inducing. Here are nine tips to get you through the holidays unscathed. -
Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
Set yourself up for success during the holiday season. Ochsner Digital Medicine provides tips on enjoying holiday festivities while eating to support high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes goals. -
3 Common Headache Types and Their Causes
Bothered by headaches? Up to 75% of adults worldwide have had at least one headache in the past year. -
Skincare Tips For Cold Weather
Cold weather, dry air and indoor heating can take a toll on your skin. Follow these skincare tips for cold weather. -
How Do I Get Rid of Blackheads?
There are several safe and gentle ways to get rid of and prevent blackheads. Here are some ingredients, tools, and best practices to achieve a clear face. -
How Do I Build an Anti-Aging Skincare Routine?
While we cannot stop curbing the physical signs of aging, building a routine to help you age well is possible. Here are the ingredients and products to look for when building your skincare routine. -
4 Tips for a Basic Skincare Routine
Follow these basic skincare tips for a simple skincare routine. -
Baby Aspirin for Adults: New Warnings
In 2018, studies began to suggest that aspirin therapy isn’t for everyone. Nonetheless, the notion that aspirin promotes heart health for everyone, particularly seniors, has lingered. -
Flu Season: 8 Tips for Staying Healthy
With flu season upon us, it is important to keep you and your loved ones protected. Follow these 8 tips for a healthier flu season. -
Myopia in Children: How the Pandemic Has Worsened Nearsightedness
Here's the good news: Multiple studies have shown that an increase in outdoor time can play a protective role against the development of myopia (nearsightedness). -
New Sodium Guidelines: Use Less, FDA Tells Food Industry
Before you pick up that salt shaker, think about this: The Food and Drug Administration is aiming to reduce sodium consumption by 12% over the next 2½ years. -
What Are Symptoms for Acid Reflux?
Did you know coughing can be a symptom for acid reflux? -
Syncing Our Bodies with Time Change
Twice a year, we have to adjust our internal clocks due to the time changes known as daylight saving time and fall back. -
How Long Does a Cold Last?
There are several stages of a cold, from becoming infected to getting over your symptoms. It can take seven to 10 days, but you can see mild symptoms up to three weeks. -
Is Anesthesia Safe for Kids?
When your child needs a procedure or surgery, it’s very natural to wonder if anesthesia is safe for kids and how the anesthesia will affect their growth and development. -
Rain Sounds for Sleeping: How Does Steady Noise Help?
Like New Orleans snowballs, noise comes in different colors. Most people are familiar with the term white noise, which is produced by combining sounds of different frequencies to create a steady, humming sound that can mask most small sounds regardless of their frequency. -
Does Alcohol Kill Germs?
Two points must be made here. Don’t drink hand sanitizer. And, taking a shot of bourbon will not kill germs inside the body. -
The Symptoms of Epilepsy
Someone who has had two or more unprovoked seizures is said to have epilepsy, a disorder of recurrent episodes. -
Ingrown Toenails: Causes and Treatment
An ingrown toenail develops when the corner of the toenail grows down into the skin and usually affects the big toe. Ingrown toenails often happen when people cut their toenails by tapering the corner of the nail. -
Do I Need a 2nd Opinion? 10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
If you’re seeking a cardiology second opinion, here are 10 questions you should ask your doctor. -
5 Tips for Foot Pain Relief
Foot pain affects everyone. Check out five tips from a podiatrist on simple ways to get foot pain relief. -
Tasty Heart-Healthy Food Substitutes
Heart-smart food substitutes allow you to cut fat without sacrificing the taste. Here's a list of our favorites. -
How Is the COVID Vaccine Dosage for Children Under 12 Different?
As with adults, youngsters would be given a two-dose regimen of the Pfizer vaccine with the injections coming 21 days apart. Sandra Kemmerly, MD, explains how the dosage differs. -
Ringworm Infection: What You Need to Know
Ringworm is a highly contagious skin infection that gets its name from the red, itchy, ring-shaped rash that forms. -
Herniated Cervical Discs
A herniated cervical disc can be painful, but it's not as serious as it may sound. Ochsner neurosurgeon Jonathan Riffle, DO, explains.
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