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Posts In 7/2010
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Tips for Dealing With Oil Spill Related Mental Health Issues Now Available in 6 Languages
1029 days ago
The US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) now has tip sheets for handling the mental health burdens…
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Louisiana Seeks Additional Federal Funds for GNO Community Clinics. Community Meeting Set for August 3 in New Orleans
1030 days ago
The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH) is developing a proposal to request a waiver that seeks to secure…
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Don’t Miss Out on the Benefits of Increasing Your Daily Fiber Intake
1030 days ago
Fiber - plant material that your body is not able to completely digest - is an important part of a…
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Be Prepared: Extreme Heat Isn’t Just Uncomfortable, It Can Be Dangerous
1031 days ago
Hot weather isn’t just uncomfortable, it can also be dangerous. Excessive heat - when the temperature is at least 10…
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Louisiana Healthfinderla.gov Website Now Includes Dialysis and Home Health Information
1031 days ago
The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals recently added new features to www.healthfinderla.gov, a comprehensive online resource that allows users…
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Studies: School Based Health Centers Improve Student Health
1032 days ago
Recent studies of school based health centers (SBHCs) show that the school-based clinics positively impact different aspects of student health.…
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Heartburn Doesn’t Have to Exclude You From Exercising
1032 days ago
If fear of aggravating heartburn is your biggest barrier to regular exercise, good news: several studies have found that the…
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Study: More Meat May Mean More Weight
1032 days ago
A new 5 year study of 370,000 Europeans has shown that meat eaters are more likely to gain weight than…
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Nap Nanny Infant Sleeping Product Recalled
1033 days ago
Baby Matters LLC has recalled Nap Nanny infant recliners purchased between January 2009 and July 2010 due to potential suffocation…
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Louisiana Law Allows Children to Carry and Administer Their Own Asthma Inhalers at School with Parental Consent
1036 days ago
In June 2009, Louisiana passed a law allowing children to carry their own asthma medication at school and administer it…
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Don’t Be Too Shy to Ask Your Doctor Questions About Your New Medications
1037 days ago
One of the best things all patients can do to improve their own healthcare is to ask their doctors lots…
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Parents Learning the Early Signs of Autism Helps Children Get Care Sooner than Later
1037 days ago
In some areas of the US, as many as 1 in 110 children exhibit symptoms of an Autism Spectrum Disorder…
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13% of Pregnant Women in Louisiana Don’t See a Doctor in their First Trimester. 1-800-251-BABY Provides Much Needed Resources
1037 days ago
Louisiana ranks near the bottom nationally for infant mortality, and improving prenatal care can help reverse that trend. Prenatal care…
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Louisiana Adopts Complete Streets Policy
1038 days ago
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LOTD) has officially adopted a Complete Streets policy, promising that all new and…
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When Tropical Storms Threaten the Gulf, It’s Time to Get Prepared
1038 days ago
A new tropical disturbance is forming in the Caribbean and may move into the Gulf of Mexico next week. It’s…
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Give Your Baby Space - Babies Should Sleep Alone and in a Crib
1038 days ago
How and where you put your baby to sleep can dramatically affect his/her risk of suffocation. In Louisiana, accidental suffocation…
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New Orleans Transportation Committee Meeting July 22 to Discuss “Pedicabs”
1039 days ago
At 2:00pm on Thursday, July 22, the New Orleans City Council Transportation Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss…
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Tip Sheets on Managing Mental Health Effects of the Gulf Oil Spill Released
1039 days ago
The US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released 6 tip sheets providing people with guidance for…
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Healthy Eating Spreading in the New Orleans Area
1040 days ago
Urban farming is starting to catch on in neighborhoods across the Greater New Orleans area. These farms, located in…
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5 Tasty Summer Salad Recipes
1043 days ago
Summer is a great time to enjoy fresh salads. By venturing beyond traditional spinach and lettuce-based salads, your taste buds…
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Video: How to Become a Nutritarian - Seek Foods that Give Your Body Nutrients, Not Empty Calories
1043 days ago
In this video, “Food Addictions, Toxic Hunger, and Weight Loss,” Dr. Joel Fuhrman explains a simple truth: fad and portion…
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First 2010 West Nile Virus Case Reported in Louisiana
1043 days ago
This summer’s first case of West Nile Virus in Louisiana has been confirmed by the Louisiana Department of Health and…
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Sadness May Spread Like a Disease, But Exercise is a Great Remedy
1044 days ago
New research from a team at Harvard University shows that emotions can spread through communities just like diseases. When looking…
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Starting in September, New Health Insurance Plans will be Required to Provide Free Preventive Care Services
1044 days ago
Beginning September 23, a new national law will require health insurance companies to cover many forms of preventive care free…
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New Website Offers Info on Non-Profits Helping Communities Affected by Oil Spill
1044 days ago
Since the start of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill in April, many have wanted to know which organizations are…
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National HIV/AIDS Strategy Announced
1045 days ago
The federal government recently released a new National HIV/AIDS Strategy, a coordinated plan for how the country will battle a…
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Healthcare Associated Infections: Big Problem, Easy to Prevent
1045 days ago
Healthcare associated infections (HAIs) are a serious and growing concern nationally. HAIs are infections that people get while receiving treatment for…
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Child Jewelry Recalled due to High Levels of Toxic Cadmium
1046 days ago
Tween Brands has recalled 137,000 pieces of metal children’s jewelry because they contain unsafe amounts of toxic cadmium. The recalled…
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Physical Activity and Ample Vitamin D May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
1046 days ago
Two new studies have found that exercise and vitamin D can help prevent Alzheimer’s Disease. In a 20 year study…
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New Standards Make Benefits More Accessible for Veterans with PTSD
1047 days ago
The federal Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has passed new standards making it easier for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder…
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Egg Handling Regulations to Reduce the Threat of Salmonella
1047 days ago
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has passed new egg safety rules designed to reduce the number of salmonella cases…
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Air Quality Currently Designated Moderate Health Concern Along Louisiana Coast
1047 days ago
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says that air quality is a moderate health concern in Louisiana coastal towns near the…
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Sign Up for New Orleans’s Emergency Text-Message System
1049 days ago
New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu is urging residents to sign up for the city’s emergency text-message alert system. In the…
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USDA Says Tax on Sugary Beverages Would Help Americans Lose Weight
1050 days ago
According to a new report by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a 4% national tax on sugary beverages…
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Shots for Tots Hosts Child Immunizations Events in Southwest Louisiana
1050 days ago
The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals’s (DHH) Shots for Tots program will be hosting several back-to-school immunization events at…
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$50,000 Grants Available for HIV/AIDS Care Organizations in Southern States
1051 days ago
ViiV Healthcare announced that it will be offering grants of up to $50,000 per year to community organizations fighting HIV/AIDS…
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Protect Children with Safely Installed Car Seats
1051 days ago
Car seats are valuable tools to protect children on the road, but they need to be age appropriate and correctly…
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Exercise: Not Just for Your Body, Also Good for Your Brain
1052 days ago
You may already know that exercise is good for your heart, but did you also know that it’s good for…
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Public Transportation Helps Commuters Increase Physical Activity and Lose Weight
1053 days ago
Charlotte, North Carolina installed its first light rail system from residential areas to the downtown business district in 2007, giving…
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Exposure to Plants May Help Improve Your Immune System
1053 days ago
According to several new studies done in Japan, spending time in parks and other plant-filled areas may help boost your…
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2009 Saw 9,000 Emergency Room Visits for Fireworks Related Injuries, Make Independence Day Celebrations Safe
1057 days ago
Fireworks are a traditional piece of 4th of July celebrations, but the Consumer Products and Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning…
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Pool Safety Tactics Keep Kids Alive
1057 days ago
The American Red Cross and the YMCA have started the “Pool Safely” campaign to promote pool safety for children. Safe…
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Tips to Ensure Food Safety During Independence Day Cookouts
1057 days ago
Hosting a big cookout this weekend? Remember to be cautious when preparing and serving your food. Large gatherings, especially when…
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US Government Launches Website to Help People Find Health Insurance
1058 days ago
The US government launched www.healthcare.gov, a new resource that will help people understand their health insurance options and find plans…
StayHealthyLa's history
Total Posts: 334 (show recent)
Recent Posts:
Positive Trend: Onscreen Smoking Decreasing in Youth-Targeted Films
680 days ago
Calculator and Visual Guide To Help You Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
681 days ago
New Statewide Child Abuse Hotline Replaces Old System
681 days ago
Study: Secondhand Smoke Exposure Doubles Risk of Mental Health Problems in Kids
682 days ago
Posts in 2011:
July: 9
June: 16
May: 18
April: 7
March: 13
February: 10
January: 10
Posts in 2010:
December: 8
November: 8
October: 7
September: 18
August: 8
July: 44
June: 50
May: 12
April: 11
March: 19
February: 14
January: 18
