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Posted 4:39 PM 11/22/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Obesity often plays a significant role in a patient's transplant journey. Excess body weight can contribute to type 2 diabetes and hypertension, which can cause harm to vital organs.

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Posted 4:48 PM 11/21/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — If your fall allergies are flaring up, hidden allergens in your home could be making your symptoms worse.

Experts say the first step to take is to stop any outdoor allergens from getting inside.

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Posted 5:45 PM 11/19/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — According to the CDC, more than 38 million Americans have diabetes and another 98 million have prediabetes.

Experts see this as a growing problem.

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Posted 4:38 PM 11/18/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — How much sleep a person needs varies from person to person, however, there are some simple ways to get better sleep that apply to everyone

"Different people need different amounts of sleep, and on average, we can say most people need seven to eight hours," Mayo (More)

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Posted 4:47 PM 11/15/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Experts say watching your favorite team on game day can be exciting, but it can also mentally take a toll on you.

"Being a sports fan and watching sports on TV or in person, can be incredibly stressful and anxiety-provoking. I think we as individuals often create such a (More)

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Posted 5:37 PM 11/14/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — The end of daylight saving time earlier this month means getting used to it getting darker earlier in the evening.

Less sunshine can affect mood and level of energy.

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Posted 4:52 PM 11/13/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — One expert estimates the human brain makes upwards of 35,000 decisions every day. This can drain people’s energy, making even simple choices difficult.

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Posted 4:50 PM 11/12/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Experts are worried about how the most commonly used, federally illegal drug in the U.S. is affecting pregnancies.

Results from the 2020-2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health show more than 52 million people used cannabis at least once that year.

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Posted 4:06 PM 11/12/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE—For many service members, Veterans Day can evoke many emotions, both good and bad.

It’s a day to honor their service, sacrifice and contributions to this country, but for some, it can be bittersweet.

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Posted 8:53 PM 11/8/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — There is a lot of misinformation about flu and covid-19 vaccines, and that may make people hesitant to get the shots.  

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Posted 5:09 PM 11/6/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Leftover or expired medications can be dangerous if not disposed of properly, medical officials say. Staying informed on medication disposal helps safeguard your home and community from unnecessary risks. "It's not uncommon that I hear parents have a lot of (More)

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Posted 3:24 PM 11/6/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Each year, an estimated 15 million people around the world have strokes, one-third result in death, making immediate treatment crucial.

When the symptoms of stroke present, calling 911 and seeking care immediately is the most crucial step to prevent disability or (More)

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Posted 5:13 PM 10/31/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — There are plenty of frights to go around on Halloween, but hand injury probably isn't one you expect.

Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic hand and wrist surgeon, says almost a third of those injuries are in kids ages 10 to 14.

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Posted 4:56 PM 10/30/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — On Sunday people across the country will turn back the clocks for the end of daylight saving time. Some may struggle with the time change because it gets dark earlier, but most sleep experts welcome it.

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Posted 4:41 PM 10/29/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Regardless of political preference, the anticipation of the presidential election is causing many to feel heightened emotions that can severely impact sleep.

This phenomenon even has its own name, but there are ways to help manage the symptoms.

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Posted 4:13 PM 11/12/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Trick-or-Treating is just a few days away and parents are getting costumes ready for their children, whether it's cute, scary or funny, experts say a costume should also be safe.

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Posted 11:42 AM 10/26/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — The Elvin Howard Sr. Pancreatic Cancer Foundation has two upcoming events to help further its mission of eradicating pancreatic cancer.

“My father Elvin Howard Sr. was an employee here at WBRZ. He was diagnosed and succumbed to pancreatic cancer in 2017, we raise (More)

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Posted 5:09 PM 10/23/2024 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in women. The American Cancer Society says one in 50 women will develop invasive breast cancer by the age of 50.

Early detection through screening can lead to more treatable and curable breast cancers. Mayo (More)