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2025

Back to School Anxiety

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  8/27/2025

Dr. Michelle Moore, Clinical Psychologist in School of Medicine, talks about back to school anxiety for students.


Finding the Right Morning Routine for the School Year

4WWL-TV  |  8/19/2025

Dr. Adrianne Frischhertz of School of Allied Health Professionals Department of Counseling shares tips to get children into a morning routine to get their school day started.


Encouraging Connections After School

4WWL-TV  |  8/19/2025

Dr. Adrianne Frischhertz of School of Allied Health Professionals Department of Counseling shares ways parents can connect with their children after school during the school year.


What to know about West Nile Virus

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  8/13/2025

Dr. Fred Lopez of School of Medicine talks about the symptoms and dangers of West Nile Virus.


LSU Health: Water Safety to Prevent Drowning

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 8/4/2025 

Dr. Kayla Phelps of School of Medicine Pediatrics Department talks about water safety and how to prevent drowning.


LSU Health: Extreme Heat Warnings

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  7/30/2025

School of Allied Health Professions' Dr. Peter Deblieux discusses extreme heat warnings and how to stay cool and safe this summer.


Deadly Bacteria Found in Warm Coastal Waters

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  7/21/2025

School of Medicine's Dr. Fred Lopez talks about safety in swimming in warm coastal waters with the dangerous bacteria.


LSU Health: UV Safety

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  7/16/2025

July is UV Safety Month and Dr. Christopher Haas, Assistant Professor of Dermatology, discussed the importance of UV safety.


Navigating Empty Nest Syndrome

4WWL-TV / 7/15/2025

Dr. Lindsey Poe, Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry in School of Allied Health Professions, talked with WWL NOLA Now to answer questions for parents to prepare for an empty nest.


Signs that Young Children May Need Screenings

4WWL-TV / 7/14/2025

Drs. Erin Dugan and Adrianne Frischhertz, Department of Counseling in School of Allied Health Professions, stopped by Great Day Louisiana to discuss what developmental screenings are available and the signs for parents to look out for.


LSU Health: Mentally Preparing for Hurricane Season

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  7/2/2025

Dean of the School of Allied Health, Dr. Erin Dugan and Assistant Professor of Counseling, Dr. Adrianne Frischhertz gives tips on how to get mentally prepared for hurricane season.


Creating a Family Time Capsule

4WWL-TV / 6/17/2025

Dr. Adrianne Frischhertz, Department of Counseling, stopped by Great Day Louisiana to share a fun family activity of creating a time capsule.


LSU Health Scoliosis Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  6/18/2025

Dr. William Accousti, Associate Professor of Orthopedics, stopped by Fox 8 to discuss scoliosis awareness.


Saharan dust can slow hurricanes, but it's tough on people with health issues

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  6/6/2025

Dr. Kyle Happel, Division Chief of Pulmonology & Critical Care, Allergy and Immunology, discusses the effects saharan dust has on people with asthma, COPD and other lung related conditions.


National Men's Health Month & Cancer

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  6/4/2025

Dr. Michael Celestin, Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health, joined Fox 8 to discuss health issues that men face, including cancer and heart disease, how to get screened and resources.


LSU National Speech-Language Hearing Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  5/21/2025

Dr. Megan Guidry, Audiology Clinical Coordinator, and Molly Brouillette, Speech-Language Pathology Clinic Coordinator discuss services provided at LSUHSC-NO SLP Clinic treating speech, hearing and feeding disorders, among many more.


Whooping cough cases on the rise

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  5/20/2025

Dr. Fred Lopez joined Nola Now on Fox 8 to discuss the rise in whooping cough cases in Louisiana.


LSU Dental School Special Care Clinic

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  5/7/2025

Dr. Frank Martello is excited to announce the opening of the LSU Dental School Special Care Clinic for patients with special needs.


Identifying and Treating Spring Allergies

4WWL-TV |  4/22/2025

Dr. Dexter Matrana sits down with Great Day Louisiana to talk about how to treat Spring allergies and enjoy the outdoors.


How to Use the "Let Them" Theory When Parenting

4WWL-TV |  4/17/2025

Dr. Adrianne Frischhertz of LSU Health School of Allied Health Professionals Department of Counseling joined Great Day Louisiana to discuss the "Let Them" theory and how to use it as a parenting technique.


LSU Health Autism Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  4/6/2025

Dr. Adrianne Frischhertz of LSU Health School of Allied Health Professionals Department of Counseling spoke with Fox 8 in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month.


LSU Health (National Nutrition Month)

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  3/26/2025

Dr. Henry Nuss of LSU Health New Orleans discusses nutritional needs and calorie goals.


Allergy season in New Orleans

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  3/25/2025

Dr. Sanjay Kamboj of LSU Health School of Medicine discusses the difference between allergies and a virus.


LSU Health: CAMP TIGER

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  3/12/25

LSU Health New Orleans First-Year Medical Students, Charlie McKenzie and Landon Godso discuss Camp Tiger and the annual auction gala taking place March 14.


Twin Sisters Buy Plantations to Reclaim Their Heritage

Matter of Fact (matteroffact.tv) |  3/2/25

Dr. Rajasree Chowdry of LSU Health New Orleans discusses the area of Louisiana known as "Cancer Alley" where the plantations are located.


LSU Health: Heart Arrhythmia

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  2/25/25

Dr. Jameel Ahmed of LSU Health School of Medicine discusses Heart Arrhythmia with Fox 8 Morning Edition for heart health month.


LSU Health: Children's Dental Health Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 |  2/12/25

Dr. Sterling Roberts of LSU Health School of Dentistry joined Fox 8 Morning Edition to discuss Children's Dental Health Month.


2025 Outlook Louisiana Economic Forum

The Advocate/Nola.com | 2/4/25

Dr. Steven Nelson joined other Louisiana leaders to discuss Louisiana's next economic boom as innovation and investment power the state's future.


World Cancer Day

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 2/4/25

Dr. Michael Celestin of LSUHSC School of Public Health discusses the 3 leading preventable causes of cancer: tobacco, obesity and alcohol.


Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 1/29/25

Dr. Donna Williams of LSU Health School of Medicine explains the research behind innovative ways to detect, treat and prevent cervical cancer.


LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center Director looks to reduce cancer burden in Louisiana

The Advocate/Nola.com | 1/27/25

Dr. Lucio Meile, LSU LSMC Health Cancer Center Director, says Louisiana's health burden is unacceptable and is working toward reducing the burden.


LSU Health: Thyroid Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 1/15/25

Dr. Taniya De Silva of LSU Health School of Medicine joined Fox 8 News to discuss thyroid disorders and treatments.

Flu and other viruses keeping Louisiana doctors, hospitals busy

KSLA News 12 | 1/14/25

Dr. Fred Lopez of LSU Health School of Medicine explains the high level of virus activity in the state.


2024

LSU Health: Seasonal Depression Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 12/18/24

Dr. Jennifer Creedon of the LSU Health School of Medicine joined Fox 8 News to discuss seasonal affective disorder.

LSU Health: Clinical Nurse Educator Academy

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 12/4/24

Dr. Leanne Fowler of the LSU Health School of Nursing joined Fox 8 News to discuss how LSU Health New Orleans'
Clinical Nurse Educator Academy is developing and training the next generation of nursing educators.
 
To learn more about the Clinical Nurse Educator program, visit https://nursing.lsuhsc.edu/cne/

Are Vaccines Safe? What Should You Know About Them

WWL Radio | 11/21/24

Dr. Fred Lopez from the LSU School of Medicine -New Orleans spoke with WWL radio about the value of vaccines.


Great American Smokeout

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 11/21/24

"Today is a quit day" said Dr. Michael Celestin, LSU Heath New Orleans Professor and Director of the LA Tobacco Control Initiative. Dr. Celestin spoke with Fox 8 about the Great American Smoke Out.


LSU Health: Making Holidays Diabetes Friendly

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 11/20/24

Dr. Taniya De Silva from the LSU School of Medicine-New Orleans discusses how to make the holidays diabetic friendly on Fox 8.

 

Jefferson Parish lead water pipe problems – how to protect your health

WWL-TV | 11/18/24

LSU Health New New Orleans' Dr. Adrienne Katner spoke with WWL's Meg Farris about health dangers of chronic lead exposure.

 

How important is it to public health to keep fluoride in drinking water?

WWL-TV | 11/18/24

Dr. Nicholas Mosca, Associate Professor of Diagnostic Sciences at the LSU Health School of Dentistry, talked with WWL Radio about fluoride and the amount contained in drinking water.


Tips to help deal with any anxiety or stress from the election

WWL Radio | 11/8/24

Dr. Michelle Moore, Clinical Psychologist with LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio about tips to help deal with anxiety or stress related to the 2024 Presidential election. You can listen at the 3:18 mark.


LSU Health: The Upcoming World Pneumonia Day (November 12th)

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 11/6/24

As World Pneumonia Day is approaching on Nov. 12, Dr. Kyle Happel, Professor and Division Chief for the Section of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with Fox 8 to raise awareness of pneumonia’s impact and promote prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.


Dr. Steve Nelson, Chancellor of LSU Health New Orleans, has been a cornerstone of medical leader

New Orleans Magazine / myneworleans.com | 10/29/24

“As a people-centered, health-focused organization at LSU Health New Orleans, we focus our research purposefully with the goal to impact the unique health issues prevalent in our own state,” says Dr. Steve Nelson, Chancellor. Dr. Nelson is featured as a Thought Leader in the current issue of New Orleans Magazine.


State of Weight

Louisiana Public Broadcasting - Louisiana Spotlight \ 10/28/24

Dr. Catherine Hudson, Assistant Professor at LSU School of Medicine-New Orleans, was a panelist in this month’s Louisiana Spotlight episode – “State of Weight.” The episode focuses on obesity in Louisiana; examining what has caused our alarming obesity rates, as well as looking at solutions. You can watch the entire episode or Dr. Hudson's segment at the 26.05 mark.


Looking to Science to Help Determine a Future

RWJF | 10/24/24

LSU Health New Orleans Associate Professor for Environmental and Occupational Health, Dr. Adrienne Katner and her former student and School of Public Health graduate, Jackie Mornay discuss the effects of the Claiborne Expressway on Tremé—one of the nation’s oldest Black neighborhoods. 


LSU Health : National Dental Hygiene Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 10/23/24

Angie Reech with the LSU Health School of Dentistry talked with Fox 8 about the importance of good oral health.


How nasal spray vaccines work…sometimes better than shots

WWL Radio | 10/21/24

Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor of Medicine in the Section of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans, talks with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio about nasal spray vaccines. You can listen at the 1:07 mark.


Nobody should get cervical cancer.' Louisiana doctors look to implement self-test for HPV

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | 10/20/24

Dr. Donna Williams from LSU Health New Orleans discussed with NOLA.com the concept of a self-collection tool designed to offer more accessible and alternative methods for screening, detecting, and treating HPV-related cancers:


Smoking & Vaping Are Terrible for Your Health. Here’s How

WWL Radio | 10/17/24

Dr. Shelby MacRae, specialist in pulmonary and critical care medicine at LSU Health New Orleans, talks with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio about health issues related to smoking and vaping.


LSU Midwifery Week

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 10/11/24

Dr. Demetrice Smith from LSU Health New Orleans discussed the field of midwifery and highlighted the silent auction sponsored by the LSU Health New Orleans School of Nursing, scheduled for this evening in recognition of Midwifery Awareness Week.


Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Programs

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | 10/9/24

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Reni Elewonibi provides important information about Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Programs on Fox 8.


Midwife Week

WWL Radio | 10/7/24

Dr. Demetrice Smith discussed the field of midwifery and the role of professional midwives with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio. You can listen at the 1:37 mark.


The Protective Molecules Involved in Healthy Brain Ageing
A conversation with Nicolas G. Bazan, director of the Neuroscience Center of Excellence, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health New Orleans.

Nature Advertiser Feature | October 3, 2024

Dr. Nicolas Bazan discusses the importance of researching neuroprotection, what applications neuroprotectors could have, and their relationship to healthy brain aging.


'My personal 9/11': Why Louisiana women are often blindsided by ovarian cancer

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | September 29, 2024

Drs. Donna Williams and Tara Castellano for your dedication to improving health outcomes in Louisiana


What new study reveals about COVID drug Remdesivir; New Marigny Theatre presents climate change-themed musical

WRKF 89.3 Baton Rouge Public Radio | September 25, 2024

Dr. Giulia Monticone talks about the drug Remdesivir, which is used to treat people infected with COVID-19


How alcohol and marijuana make us impaired

WWL Radio | September 27, 2024

Dr. Elyse Stevens spoke with WWL Radio about the negative impacts marijuana and alcohol have on our bodies


LSU HEALTH: LA Tumor Registry

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | September 25, 2024

Dr. Trapido, Dean of the LSUHSC School of Public Health, shared important information about the LA Tumor Registry


Obesity is bad for your body

WWL Radio | September 19, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Catherine Hudson discussed obesity in Louisiana and how we can eat healthier on WWL AM. You can listen at the 2:04 mark.


Louisiana 3.0+ Scholars Pledge

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | September 16, 2024

Dr. Trapido, Dean of the School of Public Health at LSU Health New Orleans, announces the launch of Louisiana 3.0+ Scholars Pledge. This is a program of the School of Public Health designed to recognize and retain the brightest minds in Louisiana.


When should you keep your sick kid home from school?

WWL Radio | September 5, 2014

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Corey Hebert spoke with Tommy Tucker on WWL-AM about when you should keep your sick child home from school. You can listen at the 9:05 mark.


Curbing brain drain: LSU Health New Orleans launches guaranteed admission in public health

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | September 2, 2024

Dr. Kari Brisolara, professor at LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with the Times-Picayune/nola.com about the Louisiana 3.0+ Scholars Pledge which guarantees qualified applicants a spot in the master's of public health program.


National Immunization Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 28, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez reminds us how important immunizations are on Fox 8


A conversation about helping your kids (or yourself) not be afraid of going to the doctor

WWL Radio | August 27, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Corey Hebert talks with Tommy Tucker and offers suggestions to help your kids feel more comfortable about going to the doctor and getting shots.


LSU Health: Prescriptions and the sun

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 21, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Peter DeBlieux spoke with Fox 8 about how prescriptions and the sun impact your health.


LSU Health: Medical risks associated with stress and how to address them

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 19, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Rahn Bailey appeared on Fox 8 to discuss medical risks associated with stress and how to address them.


This LSU leader has one big goal to transform cancer care and Louisiana health

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | August 18, 2024

Dr. Steve Nelson, Chancellor of LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with The Times-Picayune about his goals of transforming cancer care and improving LA health. LSU Health New Orleans is People Centered, Health Focused!


Heart problems related to fish oil supplements

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 14, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Jameel Ahmed appeared on Fox 8 to discuss heart problems related to fish oil supplements.


LSU HEALTH: Back to School Oral Health

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 14, 2024

Dr. Sterling M. Roberts, Program Director, Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry at LSU Health New Orleans School of Dentistry, reminded parents about the importance of their child's oral health.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Fred Lopez -Vaccines are safe, effective, and important to get

WWL Radio | August 14, 2024

Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor and Vice Chair of Medicine at LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with WWL Radio all about the importance of vaccinations to protect against COVID, flu and RSV. You can listen at the 1:47 mark.


"Cancer Moonshot" initiative focuses on Louisiana's second-leading cause of death

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 13, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Donna Williams shares her thoughts on taking aim at cancer:


Nasal spray for allergic reactions

KALB 5| August 9, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Sanjay Kamboj spoke with KALB in Alexandria, Louisiana about Neffy nasal spray as an alternative to the EpiPen for allergic reactions.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Susanne Straif-Bourgeois - A new strain of Pneumonia

WWL Radio | August 8, 2024

Dr. Susanne Straif-Bourgeois, Associate Professor in Epidemiology at LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with WWL-AM Radio about a new strain of pneumonia and how much of a threat is it to the US and Louisiana.


Helping smokers quit

The Advocate | August 8, 2024

Dr. Michael Celestin Jr., professor at LSU Health New Orleans and Director of the Louisiana Tobacco Control Initiative, is developing a program to help smokers quit.


COVID number trends in Louisiana

KTVE-Fox 14 | August 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez discussed COVID number trends in Louisiana with Joel Massey of KTVE in West Monroe.


LSU Health: Inflammation and cancer as a person ages

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Lucio Miele discusses the connection between inflammation and cancer as a person ages on Fox 8.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Fred Lopez - Rise of respiratory illnesses as students return to school

WWL Radio | August 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez discusses the rise of respiratory illnesses as students return to school on WWL AM 870.


LSU Health: Cancer rate among young adults

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 7, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Donna Williams discusses the cancer rate spikes among young adults on Fox 8.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Donna Williams - How lifestyle choices can contribute to cancer prevention

WWL Radio | August 5, 2024

Dr. Donna Williams, Director of the Louisiana Cancer Prevention & Control Programs and Associate Dean in the School of Public Health at LSU Health New Orleans, discusses how lifestyle choices can contribute to cancer prevention. You can listen at the 15:30 mark.


LSU Health : Ozempic

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | July 31, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Catherine Hudson discusses what you need to know about Ozempic for weight loss.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Giulia Monticone - The effectiveness of vaccines and the fight against cancer

WWL Radio | July 26, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Giulia Monticone discusses findings that could improve the effectiveness of vaccines and potentially help in the fight against cancer.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Erin Dugan - Brain development in kids and teens

WWL Radio | July 22, 2024

Dr. Erin Dugan, Dean of the School of Allied Health Professions at LSU Health New Orleans and Director of the LSU Health Child & Family Counseling Clinic discusses brain development in kids and teens. You can listen at the 3:11 mark.


West Nile Virus in Louisiana

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | July 17, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez discusses the West Nile Virus and precautions we can take to protect ourselves from mosquito bites.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Brian Copeland - What is Parkinson's? What are the symptoms?

WWL Radio | July 12, 2024

Dr. Brian Copeland, Associate Professor of Neurology at LSU Health New Orleans, discusses Parkinson's on WWL Radio. You can listen at the 1:31 mark.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Pamela Wiseman - The health risks of ultra-processed foods

WWL Radio | July 9, 2024

Dr. Pamela Wiseman, Associate Professor in Family Medicine at LSU Health New Orleans, discusses the health risks of ultra-processed foods. You can listen at the 0:19 mark.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Elyse Stevens - Alcohol and substance abuse

WWL Radio | July 1, 2024

Dr. Elyse Stevens, Assistant Professor of Community Population Medicine at LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with Tommy Tucker about alcohol and substance abuse. You can listen at the 2:43 mark.


LSU Health: Impact of Fireworks on Health

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | July 3, 2024

Dr. Jennifer Creedon, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at LSU Health New Orleans discusses the impact of fireworks on health on Fox 8.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Corey Hebert - The safety of vaccines and how they save lives

WWL Radio | July 1, 2024 

Dr. Corey Hebert, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine, spoke with WWL Radio about the safety of vaccines and how they save lives.
You can listen to the conversation at the 0:43 mark.

World Bronchiectasis Day

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | June 21, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Juzar Ali discusses causes, symptoms, & treatments of Bronchiectasis.


LSU Health long covid study

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | June 20, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Judd Shellito discusses Long Covid on Fox 8.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Fred Lopez - How much do we have to worry about avian flu making us sick?

WWL Radio | June 10, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez answered the question, "How much do we have to worry about avian flu making us sick?' on WWL Radio. The interview starts at the 8:13 mark.


The role nutrition can play in men’s health

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | June 5, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Matthew Mutter discusses the role nutrition can play in men’s health along with age specific tests our male loved ones should consider.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Benjamin Springgate - How Nitrous Oxide Affects Us?

WWL Radio | June 4, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Benjamin Springgate discusses how nitrous oxide affects our body on WWL Radio. The interview starts at the 1:35 mark.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Michelle Moore - Road Rage and Tips for Working Through it

WWL Radio | May 31, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Michelle Moore discusses road rage and tips for working through it on WWL First News. You can listen here at the 1:55 mark.


The Murders of 10 Baton Rouge Women from 1996 to 2002 with Kiran Chawla - Dr. Joanie Brocato

Spotify | May 24, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Joanie Brocato was a guest on the podcast Still Unsolved | The Murders of 10 Baton Rouge Women from 1996 to 2002 with Kiran Chawla.
Podcast participants discussed the complexities of DNA analysis, forensic technology limitations, and past cases in which DNA played a critical role. Listen here.

LSU Health: Camp Tiger

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | May 22, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Camp Tiger counselor Krista Malley provides information about Camp Tiger on Fox 8.


Non-addictive, non-toxic painkiller discovered at LSU Health New Orleans

WGNO-TV, ABC | May 20, 2024

Dr. Nicolas Bazan spoke with Kenny Lopez about the non-addictive, non-toxic painkiller discovered at LSU Health New Orleans.


Mother's Day medical exam reminders

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | May 7, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Pamela Wiseman discussed Mother's Day medical exam reminders on Fox 8.


LSU Health: Nurse Midwife Nurse program

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | May 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans’ nurse-midwife program director, Dr. Shannon Pfingstag appeared on Fox 8 to discuss nurse midwifery.

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Angela McLean - Physical Activity and Exercise

WWL Radio | May 6, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Angela McLean spoke with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio about physical activity and exercise. The interview starts at the 9:08 mark.

WWL FIrst with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Ben Springgate - THC and How It Affects the Body

WWL Radio | May 3, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Ben Springgate, a Professor and Chief of Community and Population Medicine, and a practicing Addiction Medicine physician, spoke with Tommy Tucker on WWL about THC and how it affects the body.
You can listen to the interview using the following link at the 8:13 mark.

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Shelby MacRae - Menthol Cigarettes

WWL Radio | May 2, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Shelby MacRae spoke with Tommy Tucker on WWL radio about menthol cigarettes.

Dr. Jeffrey Hobden on the importance of vaccines and World Immunization Week

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | April 24, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Jeffrey Hobden appeared on Fox 8 to discuss World Immunization Week and the importance of vaccines.

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Cory Hebert - Rise in Measles Cases and the Importance of Vaccinations

WWL Radio | April 22, 2024

Dr. Cory Hebert talks with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio about the rise in measles cases and the importance of vaccinations. You can listen to the interview using the following link starting at the 7:12 am mark.


Triggers and treatments for chronic body aches

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | April 17, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Stephen Lindsey discusses triggers and treatments for chronic body aches on Fox 8.


Cancer concerns among adults under 50

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | April 15, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Mary Maluccio discusses cancer concerns among adults under 50 on Fox 8.


Festival Season and Skin Care

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | April 15, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Lucio Miele discusses the importance of skin care during festival season on Fox 8


Rare bacterial illness could lead to meningitis, death

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | April 15, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Sanjay Kamboj discusses the rise of serious infections on Fox 8.


Which diet is best? Researchers track what LA residents eat as part of massive food experiment

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | Apr 14, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans’ Dr. Taniya De Silva, an endocrinologist and associate dean of student affairs was interviewed for this article by the Times-Picayune.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Catherine Hudson - Healthy Eating and Weight Loss

WWL Radio | April 4, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Catherine Hudson spoke with Tommy Tucker about healthy eating and weight loss. You can listen to the interview at the at 9:08 mark.


Spring Allergy Season

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | March 27, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Dexter Matrana discusses spring allergy season on FOX 8.


La. Cancer Centers Join Network to Increase Access to Clinical Trials

Biz New Orleans | April 5, 2024

The Gulf South Clinical Trials Network is a partnership between LSU Health New Orleans, Ochsner Cancer Institute, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, and Feist Weiler Cancer Center.


Artificially sweetened drinks linked to A-Fib risk

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | March 13, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Jameel Ahmed discusses how artificially sweetened drinks may affect your heart.


How poor sleep impacts two key hormones

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | March 19, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Robert Siggins explains how lack of sleep can contribute to weight gain.


LSU, Tulane medical schools hold Match Day ceremonies

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | March 15, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' graduating medical students participated in Match Day on March 15th.


Pollen invades Louisiana as spring arrives. What you need to know about allergy season.

NOLA.com | March 16, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Sanjay Kamboj spoke with The Times Picayune about allergy season.


LSU HEALTH: MATCH DAY

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | March 13, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Richard DiCarlo spoke with FOX 8 about Match Day for our graduating medical students.


How to spot and treat spring allergies

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | March 11, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Sanjay Kamboj discusses spring allergies on Fox 8.


LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Henry Gremillion was posthumously honored by the American Dental Education Association.

American Dental Education Assocation | March 11, 2024

This weekend, the American Dental Education Association posthumously honored Dr. Henry Gremillion with the ADEA Chair of the Board Distinguished Service Award during its annual session and exhibition at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. This award recognizes his exceptional leadership and lasting impact on dental education.


WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Daylight Savings Time with Dr. Patricia Molina

WWL Radio | March 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Patricia Molina participated in a phone interview with WWL. Dr. Molina provided information about how the upcoming time change can affect your body.


After unprecedented nutrition study, personalized diet plans may be next

Axios New Orleans | March 7, 2024

This AXIOS New Orleans article features interviews with LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Miele and Pennington Biomedical Research Center's Dr. Redman. The article covers an unprecedented, NIH-funded study of precision nutrition that is ongoing on both campuses.


LSU Health New Orleans’ Camp Tiger brings roaring fun to children with disabilities

WGNO-TV, ABC | March 4, 2024

“We take kids to several places throughout New Orleans like Audubon Zoo, the Children’s Museum, Global Wildlife Center, aquarium, the insectarium and more,” said Director of Camp Tiger Michael Barkmeyer.


Causes and symptoms of sinus problems

WVUE-TV, Fox 8 | February 29, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Jeffery Hobden discusses causes and symptoms of sinus problems on FOX 8:


LSU HEALTH: Eating Disorder Awareness

WVUE-TV, Fox 8 | February 28, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Jennifer Creedon discusses eating disorders during Eating Disorder Awareness Week on FOX 8.


Appendicitis: Causes and warning signs

WVUE-TV, Fox 8 | February 20, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez discusses the causes and warning signs of appendicitis on FOX 8.

LSU Health / Valentines Day Candy & Oral Health

WVUE-TV, Fox 8 | February 14, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Sterling Roberts discusses oral health on FOX 8.

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