MIS-C: How it is Affecting Children
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Until recently, the headlines about Covid-19 have largely been about the disease in adults, especially the elderly and those people with underlying health conditions.... Read full article
Need a Mask? Pick One Up at These Locations
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The Division of Human Development and Services, Office of Social Services and EBRP Head Start Programs will be distributing free masks on Friday, May 8, as a part of Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome’s “Mask Up EBR” campaign. ... Read full article
1,000 EBRPSS Families to Receive 6 Months of Free Internet
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With Louisiana students learning from home, staying connected is crucial. Every Kid a King, established by Jim and Dana Bernhard and the Shaw Group with the purpose of supporting nonprofits in Louisiana, has extended the gift of connectivity in this ... Read full article
A Terrific Tooth Tip
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Sugar is a prominent reason that cavities form. It is the energy supply for bacteria that create cavities. There is an additional culprit that gives sugar a one, two punch and leads to increased cavities: acid. ... Read full article
We Are All Irreplaceable: Deciding to Get My COVID Vaccine
by Mari Walker on
I am someone who loves science, at least as a bystander and beneficiary. I even wrote about the benefits of animal research in my high school English class for our persuasive essay assignment, convinced science was critical to my survival of jaundice... Read full article
St. Luke's Episcopal Church Hosts COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
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St. Luke's Episcopal Church is hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, February 18 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ... Read full article
Managing Seasonal and Year-Round Allergies: Discovering an Alternative Approach
by Amy David, APRN, FNP-C, CORLN on
Allergies can affect any age group and can contribute to numerous problems such as recurrent ear and sinus infections, chronic nasal congestion, headaches, wheezing, coughing, skin rashes, and sometimes digestive issues. Antigens that are usually not... Read full article
Family Bonding this Season
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It’s the greatest time of the year, and spending this special time with your loved ones is important.... Read full article