Health

Louisiana is the only U.S. state with high flu activity. Doctors report a surge in cases over two weeks, and peak season is still weeks away.

Louisiana Walmart shoppers will see changes to store brands. Food dyes linked to hyperactivity removed by January 2027. Great Value reformulated with natural ingredients.

Do you wet your toothpaste before you brush your teeth? You might want to stop doing that, and here's why...

Louisiana tops CDC wastewater monitoring as new variants cause distinctive throat symptoms. Get the latest on vaccine access and protection strategies for families.

With the recent uptick in cases involving the flesh eating bacteria along the gulf coast, medical professionals are warning people about eating raw seafood.

Some media reports suggest Sen. John Kennedy may have had a health event on live TV when he appeared to "freeze" during an interview. However, he has flatly denied it.

Medical professionals are advising us to turn the fans off in our bedrooms during the warm summer nights.

Louisiana residents pay more for healthcare than most Americans, yet outcomes remain among the worst. Here's what’s driving the costs—and what can be done.

A new audit finds that Louisiana's Department of Health is taking over a year to flag healthcare workers accused of abuse, putting vulnerable patients at risk.

Only one Louisiana hospital received a “D” in the latest safety report. Here’s which facility it was—and the issues behind its low score.

A popular Cra-Z-Art jewelry-making kit sold in Louisiana has been recalled due to a hazardous chemical in the included resin. Parents are urged to stop use immediately and request a refund.

Aside from industry, food, nightlife, employment, and educational opportunities, there are other differences between Louisiana's Parishes like life expectancy and health.

Sen. Bill Cassidy is pushing back on Louisiana’s decision to stop promoting vaccines, arguing it will make immunization harder for parents. Here’s what he had to say.

Louisiana health officials have issued an emergency recall after more than a dozen people fell ill from contaminated oysters. Find out which areas are affected.

Flu cases are spiking in Louisiana, with emergency room visits on the rise. Health officials warn of severe flu strains and urge residents to take precautions.

The FDA is considering front-of-package labels for food products, aiming to combat diet-related illnesses. Here’s how it could affect Louisiana’s grocery shoppers.

A possible FDA ban on Red 3 could mean major changes for popular snacks and candies in Louisiana. Learn why this dye is under scrutiny and what it means for you.

Norovirus is spiking in Louisiana, with cases rising dramatically. Learn how to protect your family from this fast-spreading stomach virus.

Louisiana leads the U.S. in flu cases again this year. Learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from flu and RSV during this critical season.

Opelousas General Health System ranks as one of Louisiana’s best hospitals, recognized for outstanding care, patient experience, and safety on Newsweek’s 2025 list.