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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.

Texas is seeing a sharp rise in whooping cough cases, with infants and unvaccinated individuals most at risk. Learn how to protect your family and prevent the spread.

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.

Louisiana residents may soon face fewer options in over-the-counter decongestants as the FDA considers removing phenylephrine-based medications. Here’s what you need to know.

Texas residents could face fewer OTC decongestant options as the FDA considers removing phenylephrine from the shelves. Here’s what you need to know.

Texas healthcare officials say there has been a surge in cases of walking pneumonia among the state's children. Here's what parents will want to know.

We have some important news for parents in Louisiana as a very contagious virus is spreading.

In Louisiana it's quite common for us to go "uncovered" especially at home and in the yard but you might want to rethink that strategy on a cruise ship.

When it comes to healthy living, we don't always do our best in Louisiana. A lot of it is the food, but there are other things that we don't do quite as well as other places.

Learn about prenatal care, breastfeeding, and new parent tips to make your journey into parenthood smoother.

Don't let mosquitoes ruin your Texas spring - here's how to protect yourself

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a warning to everyone over a certain kind of smartwatch, and that warning may just apply to you.

A company that makes vitamins has issued a voluntary recall of supplements meant for babies. The recall is due to elevated levels of a certain vitamin, creating a "super dose."

There are a lot of sicknesses in the Lone Star State, but these three are the ones the state is focusing on.

Watch What You Eat And Beware Of This Stomach Bug That Could Be Attacking Texas In 2024.

Folks in Louisiana might be in need of some extra cash, but are you willing to go this far?