Prevention & Wellness

Apr 14, 2021

What Checkups Should I Get at 30?

Adults age 30 and above should undergo regular screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol and skin cancer as well as eye exams.

By Matthew J. Mann, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 15, 2021

Can a Primary Care Provider Lower Your Healthcare Costs?

Healthcare emergencies are much more expensive in the long run than the cost of maintaining your health through regular visits with a primary care provider.

By Jonathan Crowder, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 12, 2021

7 Reasons You Need a Primary Care Physician

Your primary care doctor is a well-rounded healthcare expert whose specialty is approaching your health comprehensively.

By Brandon Simon-Davis, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 11, 2021

Do You Really Need a Primary Care Doctor?

Your primary care physician can not only help when you’re under the weather, they can also help to keep you healthy the rest of the time.

By Ashley Ingolia, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 10, 2021

Wellness Exam Checklist

Here are the most important topics and screenings to cover with your primary care physician during your annual wellness exam this year.

By Ashley Ingolia, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 26, 2021

Why College Students Need a Primary Care Doctor

College students need a doctor who can get to know their health history and who will become the go-to physician when it comes to annual testing and blood work, health questions, vaccinations, prescription medications or referrals to a specialist.

By Matthew J. Mann, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 18, 2021

Internal Medicine Specialist Shares Her Passion for Medicine

Meet Sarah Knight, MD, a primary care physician specializing in internal medicine at Ochsner St. Anne in Raceland and Ochsner Health Center in Raceland.

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 18, 2021

Primary Care Physician Advocates for Patients

Meet Michael Bacon, MD, a primary care physician specializing in family medicine at Ochsner St. Anne in Raceland, and Ochsner Family Doctor Clinic in Raceland.

Prevention & Wellness

Nov 23, 2020

Primary Care Nurse Makes Life-Saving Skin Cancer Catch

Ochsner patient Laurie Odom went in for her routine primary care visit. What happen next saved her life.

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

Building A Home First-Aid Kit

The recommended items to have in your standard home first-aid kit.

By Sarah A. Bardin, NP

Prevention & Wellness

Feb 17, 2020

Can Mardi Gras beads make your child sick?

On Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras beads symbolize the celebration. The holiday may be fun for party-goers, but the plastic can be dangerous for the environment and for your children.

By Norman Vince Hill, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Dec 17, 2019

Feeling Nauseous but Not Throwing Up

Many factors can make your stomach churn. What causes nausea? If you know you’re not pregnant and you didn’t eat anything bad, you may be wondering why you are feeling nauseous. Here are some possible causes for your nausea, and what you can do for some relief.

By Anne Colwart, NP

Conditions & Treatment

Dec 17, 2019

Symptoms of a Cold

Colds may occur any time of the year but are more common in the fall and winter months. Healthy adults can expect to have a cold at least once a year. Children younger than 6 are at greater risk of catching a cold, especially if they are in a daycare setting.

By Cinnamon Davis, NP

Prevention & Wellness

Nov 22, 2019

Medications You Should Never Mix with Alcohol

Medications prescribed by your doctor are typically safe and effective when used appropriately. However, when combined with alcohol, they could be harmful.

By Nicole Fabre’-LaCoste, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCGP

Health Trends

Oct 16, 2019

Are Millennials at Risk for More Health Problems?

Older millennials have greater prevalence rates for certain health conditions compared to members of Generation X when they were at a similar age range.

By Houston Bonnyman, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

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.

By Nicole Giambrone, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Nov 29, 2018

Finding Healthcare for College Students

Sending a kid off to college can be nerve wracking. The thought that he or she might need medical attention away from home adds an extra level of worry. The good news is you will find plenty of options if you or your student do some homework.

By Christopher Gray, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 13, 2018

How to Build a Better Relationship with Your Doctor

Simple ways to foster a better relationship with your doctor to make your healthcare journey the best it can be.

By Marc Matrana, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

Choosing Between Primary, Urgent, or Emergency Care

Match your symptoms to the services treated by urgent care, primary care or emergency room providers.

By Granville Morse, MD