A National Historic Landmark with a complex and remarkable 200-year history, Melrose Plantation was home to many notable women, including freedwoman and entrepreneur Marie Thérèse Coincoin and artist Clementine Hunter. Also among that influential group is Cammie Henry, who moved to Melrose as a young bride in 1899.

As we age, our bodies begin to show signs of deterioration and send signals that prompt the need for medical care. The eye is certainly no different from any other part of our bodies in the aging process, and cataracts are a common manifestation of aging.

We are blessed with two kidneys, each of which has one million filtering units called nephrons. The kidneys maintain the fluid and electrolyte composition of the body, acid-base balance, and excrete toxic compounds, including drugs. They also behave as an endocrine organ.

The American Stroke Association reports that almost 800,000 people in the United States have a stroke every year. With stroke being so prevalent, one would think that it would be something easy to recognize and quick to treat; however, that isn’t always the case.

Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. In 2019 alone, the American Cancer Society estimates colorectal cancer to cause about 51,020 deaths.

Provided by the Kitchen & Bath Cottage, the look of these 9-foot-tall Marvin windows is kicked up a notch with the addition of the flowing arches that encompass nearly the entire wall. Situated on a hill, the master suite sits up high, the windows inviting in the best views of the outdoors and a backyard oasis that includes a swimming pool.

Newborns are complex and exciting individuals. Most parents look forward to observing their infant develop rapidly, as each new accomplishment is exhilarating. What should one expect from newborn eyes and from their eyesight? What is considered normal, and what are warning signs for parents to watch for?.

April 6, when they participate in the 2019 Northwest Louisiana 3.1-mile/5K and onemile optional walk/run on the campus of LSU-Shreveport. This non-competitive event includes teams of employees from local businesses, hospitals and industries along with friends and family members of all ages.