To reach the North Oaks spokesperson, call (985) 345-2700. News Network | All College Bound: Staying Well and Safe on Campus Posted By Laura Hanzo July 19, 2016 Community Newsletter So you’ve gotten your teen off to college. The move into the dorm is complete and you’ve said your tearful goodbyes. You are full of hope and promise during this exciting time of transition. You have prepared them to take this first step into the big adult world without you, but is your ... Continue reading Top 10 Reasons Why Children Should Wear Sunglasses Posted By Laura Hanzo May 19, 2016 In The News Does your child wear sunglasses? Here are the top 10 reasons why they should be: The lens of a child’s eye transmits 70% more UV than the adult eye. That puts their retina at a larger risk for damage. Kids under 10 are at a higher risk for both skin and eye damage because their skin and eyes ... Continue reading North Oaks Shock Trauma Program Encourages "Safe Steps for Seniors" in Support of Fall Prevention during National Trauma Awareness Month Posted By Laura Hanzo May 12, 2016 In The News According to the American Trauma Society, 2.5 million older patients visit hospital emergency rooms annually due to falls. In Louisiana alone, an average of 9,600 people are hospitalized, and 150 die each year as a result of a fall-related injury. At North Oaks Medical Center, 245 patients, age 65 ... Continue reading 2015-2016 North Oaks Student-Athlete of the Year Winners! Posted By Laura Hanzo May 9, 2016 In The News The votes are in! North Oaks Sports Medicine is honored to announce the following student-athletes as the 2015-2016 North Oaks Student-Athletes of the Year. These students were chosen based on excellence in athletic competition, maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher, being active in school and community ... Continue reading Love Your Legs Posted By Laura Hanzo May 9, 2016 Community Newsletter For most people, the arrival of summer means a welcome wardrobe change from sweaters and long pants to swimwear and shorter hemlines. But for people with problem leg veins, summer wardrobes can feel like the enemy. In the U.S. alone, about 55 percent of women and 45 percent of men suffer from some ... Continue reading Go to page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Next