News Network Posts in 2014
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North Oaks Primary Care Clinic of Independence has expanded staff and services to offer health care for patients of all ages, from birth to senior adulthood. New patients are welcome. To schedule an appointment, please call (985) 878-4174 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays. The clinic is located at 230 Masonic Drive in the heart of the Town of Independence. Family Nurse ...
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Tangi 96.5 FM “Health Notes” Host Johnny Chauvin and North Oaks Communications Director Melanie Lanaux Zaffuto talk about NorthOaks.tv, the new website of North Oaks Physician Group.
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This video highlights the history and mission of North Oaks Health System, the largest community-based health system in the Northshore region of Louisiana. North Oaks Health System Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer Michele Sutton, FACHE, also explains how the North Oaks Board of Commissioners and Leadership are working to maintain the safety net facility’s viability in the ...
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Before you set out on your next vacation, make sure you are properly prepared. Infectious Disease specialist Dr. Stacy Newman offers travel tips on Tangi 96.5 FM's "Health Notes" to help make your trip a safe and healthy one. Click the link to listen to the show.
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KSLU 90.9 FM “Point of View” Host Rosa Dunn and North Oaks Communications Director Melanie Lanaux Zaffuto talk about: www.NorthOaks.tv How to Medically Prepare for Hurricane Season Super Sitter Babysitting Classes Car Seat Fitting Station Appointments Prenatal Class Series.
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Discover how the overuse of antibiotics can create multidrug resistant bacteria and how to prevent and treat this condition.
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Learn about HIV risk factors, symptoms and how this condition is diagnosed.
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Find out how vaccines work, who needs to get vaccinated, and how to decide which vaccinations are right for you.
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The North Oaks Sports Medicine team proudly recognizes Elijah Callahan of Albany High School, Marshall Graves of Hammond High Magnet School, Jenna Reno of Ponchatoula High School and Taylin Underwood of Doyle High School as 2013-14 Student-Athletes of the Year. The North Oaks Sports Medicine team and North Oaks Physician Group orthopaedic surgeons selected the top three male and female athletes in ...
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A world of new challenges and opportunities awaits was the message delivered by commencement speaker and Louisiana Office of Public Health Nutritionist Melissa M. Guillory to the 21st graduating class of the North Oaks Dietetic Internship during a ceremony on June 5 at the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center in Hammond. Graduates include: Kelly Beard of Kingwood, Texas; Ashley Braud and Amanda ...
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On June 2, North Oaks officials oriented 48 teens selected to participate in the health system's Junior Volunteer summer program. “Our program offers teens, ages 14-17, a unique opportunity for community service and career exploration in an environment of commitment and responsibility,” explains North Oaks Volunteer Manager Malissa Gonzalez. The program runs from June 9 to August ...
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North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital has been nationally recognized as a 2014 Top Performer by the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation (UDSMR) , performing better than 90% of the hospitals in the U.S. North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital patients were found to make greater improvements faster, according to UDSMR 2013 data. The study looks at how patients improve in activities like memory; ...
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Congratulations on your pregnancy! The physicians of Magnolia Obstetrics & Gynecology are happy to accompany you on your wonderful journey and know that it will be filled with many new experiences. We offer the following tips to help ease your mind on some of the questions you may have about what is happening with you and your growing little one. What should I eat to help keep my baby healthy? ...
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During National Osteoporosis Month, Nurse Practitioner Polly Burrall of North Oaks Family Medicine talked bone health on KSLU 90.9 FM's "Point of View" with Rosa Dunn.
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The votes are in! North Oaks Sports Medicine is honored to announce the following student-athletes as the 2013-2014 North Oaks Student-Athletes of the Year: TANGIPAHOA PARISH Male Winner Marshall Graves, Hammond High Magnet School GPA: 3.6 Sport(s): Basketball Stats: 14 points per game, 6 rebounds per game; 9-3 overall to start the season Other Activities/Honors: National Honor Society; ...
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During National Trauma Awareness Month, Trauma Surgeon Juan Duchesne, MD, offers tips for trauma prevention on "Health Notes" with Tangi 96.5's Johnny Chauvin.
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Text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted. Teens are most at risk. Educate yourself and your teens on the importance of staying focused when driving. We want everyone to arrive safely at their destination. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration offers the following tips on preventing distracted driving. Distracted driving is on the rise...and ...
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May is National Trauma Awareness Month. This year, North Oaks encourages you to play it safe and prevent sports injuries. Abrasions occur when skin rubs against the playing surface or other rough objects and the skin is scraped. Here are 3 tips on treating “road rash” and advice on when to seek medical assistance, courtesy of the American Trauma Society. (Click the image to download a ...
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May is National Trauma Awareness Month. This year, North Oaks encourages you to play it safe and prevent sports injuries. Strains and sprains can result in pain, bruising, swelling and loss of strength or stability in the injured limb or joint. Here are 4 tips on treating strains and sprains, and advice on when to seek medical assistance, courtesy of the American Trauma Society. (Click the image ...
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May is National Trauma Awareness Month. This year, North Oaks encourages you to play it safe to prevent sports injuries. One sports injury that ALWAYS requires medical attention is concussion. If you notice dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting clumsy movement, forgetfulness, loss of consciousness and/or mood changes after a blow or jolt to the head, seek treatment right away. The American Trauma ...
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" I had never received medical care at North Oaks, but when I had a stroke, my wife and I were so thankful I was brought there. I didn’t realize I could get such expert care right here in my hometown! From the physicians and therapists to the nurses who took care of me, I was treated like family. I couldn’t move at all when I got here but within a week of therapy, I could dress ...
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Do you have itchy eyes after being outside? Do you sneeze around cats? Find out if you are at risk for allergies and about your many treatment options.
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Do you have difficulty hearing sounds or voices? Learn more from our expert on your options for hearing loss.
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Do you have recurring sinus problems? Discover symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for your painful sinus issues.
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