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• 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

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  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

• Concussion Myths

  May 12, 2016

• North Oaks Student-Athletes of the Month for April Announced

  Posted By Melanie Zaffuto

  May 10, 2016

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  North Oaks Sports Medicine and North Oaks Physician Group’s orthopaedic surgeons have selected Mallory Vining of Ponchatoula High School, Hayden Dupuy of Oak Forest Academy in Amite, Callie Roddy of French Settlement High School and Tyler Dawsey of Doyle High School in Livingston as ... Continue reading

• Clear Link between Seasonal Allergies and Dry Eyes

  Posted By Addie Smith, OD

  May 10, 2016

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  Seasonal allergies are a way of life for many in South Louisiana causing symptoms of sneezing, congestion, a runny or itchy nose, and coughing. Allergens, like pollen, also can cause eye allergies or dry eyes. Research and surveys over the past 20 years have shown that almost 5 million Americans, 50 ... Continue reading

• 2015-2016 North Oaks Student-Athlete of the Year Winners!

  Posted By Laura Hanzo

  May 9, 2016

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  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