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Independent Study Sought on Charity Hospital
Updated: November 18, 2009/10:11 AM
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The Commission on Streamlining Government has called for a new independent study of all the options for providing an academic medical center in New Orleans.
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Premature Baby Report
Updated: November 17, 2009/3:17 PM
Too many babies are being born too soon, and it’s costing the nation billions of dollars.
That’s the findings of the March of Dimes which gives the U.S. a “D”…
Some Marksville customers lose water service
Updated: November 13, 2009/12:41 PM
Some Marksville residents will not have water for several hours today due to line improvements.
The affected area is from the intersection of Pumpkin Lane and Highway 1, heading…
Flu Shot Mixup
Updated: November 12, 2009/2:19 PM
They thought they were getting protected against the swine flu, but dozens of Florida students were mistakenly given the seasonal flu vaccine instead.
Now, the Collier County Health Department is…
Sex Goes Green
Updated: November 12, 2009/10:56 AM
Today’s green movement seems to be making an impact everywhere.
From recycling, to organic foods, to buying green.
But what about in the bedroom?
If you’re trying…
“OmniPod”: World’s First Wireless Insulin Pump
By: Leigh Culbert
...making life for diabetics a little less complicated
Swine Flu Vaccines Arrive at Cenla Offices of Public Health
By: Leigh Culbert
For more information, call (318) 487-5262.
More Swine Flu-Related Deaths But More Vaccine Is On The Way
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None of the latest victims lived in central Louisiana. Health department recommends people stay in touch with their doctors.
Lawmakers Look At Options To Close Medicaid Money Gap
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Some programs could be in trouble if money isn't found by early summer, the end of the fiscal year.
State Medicare Program Has To Make Up A Shortfall
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Services for the poor, disabled and elderly could be in jeopardy if money isn't found by early summer.
UPDATE: Rapides Regional Medical Center Receives Stroke Accreditation
By: Leigh Culbert
...making it 1 of 4 in Louisiana. Others are located in Lafayette, New Orleans, and Marrero.
Rapides Regional Medical Center Receives Stroke Accreditation
By: Leigh Culbert
...making it 1 of 4 in Louisiana.
Flu Drug Options
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Tamiflu and other anti-virals used to fight the flu are in short supply. Kristen Dahlgren reports.
Office of Public Health Hosts First Swine Flu “Strike Team” Planning Meeting
By: Leigh Culbert
The team will be in charge of administering the vaccines at public and private schools in Cenla.
UPDATE: Swine Flu Vaccines, How Do You Feel About Them?
By: Leigh Culbert
The Central Regional Office of Public Health have yet to receive their batch.
Swine Flu Vaccines
By: Leigh Culbert
Have yet to arrive at the Central Regional Office of Public Health, located on Coliseum Blvd. in Alexandria
Germ Fighting Tips
By: Leigh Culbert
What form of money would be safer for you to use when making a transaction - cash or credit?
Kroger Is Recalling Some Of Its House Brand Hazelnut Spread
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Product that could possibly cause an allergic reaction was distributed to stores in 16 states including Louisiana.
Louisianians Are Not Flocking To Swine Flu Clinics As Expected
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Death toll rose by four today. Victims were adults from the Monroe Area. Total number of fatalities is now 24.
“Fight the Flu” Campaign
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Gov. Bobby Jindal explains...
