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Seniors
Monday, Oct. 10, 2016
Cataracts are a clouding or opacification of the eyes’ native lens. While there are many varieties of cataracts and some can impair vision sooner than others, the most common type of cataract is an aging change that is usually present to some degree by the age of 65.
Columns/Opinions
Monday, Sept. 12, 2016
To our credit we have numerous dreamers, cheerleaders and entrepreneurs who have big plans for Shreveport. Shreveport Commons, sports teams, new businesses and employers, neighborhood revitalization, completion of I-49 North, bicycle and pedestrian lanes, historic preservation, downtown living and The Riverfront/Cross Bayou Corridor.
Family
Monday, Aug. 15, 2016
While we all love that fall brings us football, pumpkins and an opportunity to finally make gumbo, it also is the start of cold and flu season. While the children are getting back to school and back into a routine, this is always the best time of year to remind ourselves about how to stay healthy year-round.
Family
Monday, Aug. 15, 2016
It’s time to get married … to a fitness program. Everyone thinks of “fitness season” as the time when people are making resolutions for the new year. In reality, fitness should not be seasonal.
Family
Monday, Aug. 15, 2016
Clinical trials are often thought of as a last resort to cancer treatment. While this can be the case, most often patients who participate in a clinical trial are helping researchers, physicians and other medical professionals gain insight into cancer, how it works and how to treat future patients.
Family
Monday, Aug. 15, 2016
As temperatures rise, the risk of heat illness for those participating in outdoor activities rises with them. Children, individuals with low fitness levels and those who have suffered from a previous heat illness are more susceptible to falling victim of the heat.
Family
Monday, Aug. 15, 2016
Recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines suggest this is the age group of many undiagnosed carriers of Hep C. Without treatment, these carriers may face advanced liver disease issues during the aging process. It is estimated 2.4 million Americans do not know they are infected with the hepatitis C virus.
Men's & Women's Health
Monday, Aug. 15, 2016
Surprisingly, approximately one in six couples will struggle with infertility at some point. As many couples are now delaying pregnancy, infertility is becoming more common. Unfortunately, many couples do not feel comfortable discussing this struggle publicly and prefer to deal with it in private.
Business
Monday, Aug. 1, 2016
The chamber established the 40 Under 40 Awards to recognize 40 outstanding young professionals who live, work and make a difference in Northwest Louisiana. The event honored those who were selected based on their individual achievement, experience, innovation, vision, leadership and community involvement.

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