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The need for tissues, Tylenol, chicken soup, and more sleep continues as the flu continues to rage across the Gulf South.

Lafayette and two other Louisiana cities are leading the nation in flu and flu-like activity.

The problem isn't with the food, it's with the fiber bowl in which they are served.

Swimmers and bathers in Louisiana are being cautioned about waterborne dangers that aren't just confined to the state's beaches.

If you were born in the late 60s, 70s or 80s then this advice on measles vaccinations would apply to you.

It's been flu season since last November and finally, the bug is starting to show signs of slowing down.

A different more potent strain of the flu virus is working its way through Louisiana and the southern U.S.

When an illness affects your ability to enjoy coffee and bacon it's time to pay attention.

They look innocent enough but there could be a serious illness hiding among all that cuteness.

The Centers for Disease Control have issued a stern warning about the dangers of eating raw cookie dough.

A polio-like disease that affects mainly children has been confirmed in Louisiana by the Centers for Disease Control

Two Louisiana residents are among the many that have fallen ill after eating the tainted chicken meat.

The CDC has ranked which professions attract the most marijuana users.

It's a common sense warning from the CDC but it is one you'll want to make sure your children understand.

Trophy hunters who travel out of state should be aware of the following changes in Louisiana's wildlife importation policies.

There is another virus that is going around that can spread through your family, your office and your child's classroom like wildfire.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did a study on each state's most distinctive way to die. Once again Louisiana showed just how unique it really is.

Want to stop that itching and burning sensation your eyes feel after you've been in swimming? You're not going to like this answer at all.

Two confirmed cases of the Zika Virus have been reported in Louisiana. What do you need to know in order to protect yourself and your family from this potentially life threatening virus?

Are you one of the thousands of Louisiana residents whose health is at risk because you don't get enough shut eye?