Poor health outcomes and health disparities are major issues in our society, especially in the Deep South, which faces a disproportionate burden of chronic diseases compared to the rest of the nation. Tulane University is now part of a new $82 million National Institutes of Health effort that will harness the research expertise of academic medical centers to address disparities in the prevalence and treatment of chronic diseases for residents in this part of the country.
June 4, 2024
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is reminding the public to take precautions against mosquito bites that can expose people to West Nile virus (WNV) and dengue virus.
In Louisiana, we typically see more mosquito activity in the warmer summer months, increasing the risk for mosquito-borne diseases like WNV and dengue.
West Nile virus
June 4, 2024
Recent data from the Louisiana Department of Health's Office of Public Health shows drowning deaths among children dropped 40% between 2021 and 2022, reflecting a positive shift toward safe swimming practices in our communities.
May 28, 2024
Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Healthcare, earning this title for the fifth year in a row.
May 28, 2024
University Medical Center New Orleans (UMC) announced its exclusive accreditation for Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) by the American College of Cardiology (ACC), making it the sole accredited hospital in Orleans Parish.
Primary PCI, a critical procedure for treating heart attacks, is now provided at University Medical Center's Chest Pain Center. The ACC accreditation signifies that the center has met rigorous criteria, ensuring patients receive prompt and effective interventions.
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