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New COVID-19 variant. Here's what you need to know

Web1:43. The World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) discovered in early August a new mutation of COVID-19 that has some …

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COVID-19 vaccination locations in northwest Louisiana this week

WebSabine Medical Center, 240 Highland Drive, Many, (318) 256-5691. Sabine Parish Health Unit, 1230 W. Louisiana Ave., Many, (318) 256-4105. Walmart Pharmacy …

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What 2 items have been recalled in Louisiana due to E. Coli

WebCargill Meat Solutions recalled the items after they identified that segregated products had been inadvertently utilized in the production of ground beef. According to …

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Why is Shreveport stressed out and what can be done to change

WebLow rankings translated to a relaxed city, while high rankings were a more stressed city. Those key indicators fell in seven categories -- mental health, physical …

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Shreveport's nonprofits get ready for this year's Give for Good

WebAccording to the Community Foundation’s 2023 annual report $2.75 million was raised from Give for Good in 2023 and more than $19 million since its inception. “Give for …

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Willis-Knighton Health celebrates 100 years, adopts name change, …

WebWillis-Knighton opened its doors in 1924 as a Tri-State Sanitarium, the news release said. Today, the health system includes four acute care hospitals, a …

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Louisiana immunization records now available online and free

WebImmunization records now available online and free in Louisiana. Baton Rouge — With the beginning of school right around the corner, the Louisiana …

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Willis-Knighton is opening a new clinic in North Bossier Parish

WebWillis-Knighton Health System opens its second suburban health clinic in north Bossier Parish on Monday, Nov. 1, with the addition of WK Stockwell Medical …

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LSU Health Shreveport represented over 50 cultures on Friday

Web0:03. 0:55. With a campus that has more than 50 diverse cultures represented-- LSU Health Shreveport (LSUHS) hosted a cultural festival on April 26. This festival is a …

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Shreveport Oak Street Health Center opens in Cedar Grove

WebOak Street aims to improve health outcomes, lower medical costs and deliver a better patient experience with a mix of in-center, in-home and telehealth appointments, …

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Louisiana public health officer who championed COVID vaccines …

WebLouisiana Public Health Officer Dr. Joe Kanter, a fierce champion of vaccines who helped guide the state through the COVID-19 pandemic, has resigned.

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A different, more homey approach to nursing home living

WebNational Skilled Nursing Care Week, established by the American Health Care Association in 1967, begins today. It is an opportunity to recognize the role of …

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Shreveport surgeon recognized as a top spine doctor in the nation

WebAn Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport orthopedic surgeon has been named among the nation's top spine doctors by the North American Spine Society (NASS). Dr. …

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Shreveport ranks No. 5 as fattest city in the United States

WebShreveport ranked ninth in obesity and overweight. The city ranked third in health consequences. Where Shreveport showed improvement was in food and fitness, …

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Former LSU Health chancellor Ghali now at Willis-Knighton

WebGhali resigned from his position as chancellor on June 17, 2021, following being placed on administrative leave in April. On April 13 four LSUHS employees made …

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Here's why Louisiana is ranked 50th in places for women to live

WebThe WalletHub study ranked Louisiana 50th among states and the District of Columbia as best places for women, ahead of only Oklahoma. Among Louisiana's …

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Louisiana begins year with ban on gender affirming care for minors

WebLouisiana begins 2024 with a new law banning gender affirming healthcare for transgender minors, joining its neighboring states and more than 20 others in enacting complete or …

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New $43 million investment open; CHRISTUS Highland Medical …

WebA look inside CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center's new $43 million heart health investment. The new Cardiovascular Center of Excellence at CHRISTUS …

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Shreveport student shot, killed weeks before graduation

Web0:03. 0:37. A Shreveport teenager is dead after a shooting in the 800 block of West 70th Street. According to Caddo Parish Coroner's Office, Artavious Prim, 17, has …

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David Raines Community Health Center reopens after renovations

WebOn a hot summer Thursday afternoon David Raines Community Health Center opened its doors officially with a grand ribbon cutting after being closed for …

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What happened to the proposed Louisiana Blue Cross insurance …

WebShreveport Times. 0:02. 1:34. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana has shelved for a second time its controversial plan to sell its non-profit insurance company …

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