health

The butt is a part of the body not many people talk about...but should. No need to be embarrassed, it's simply a part of the body that needs to be monitored just like any other part..

You've heard about the health benefits of kale, high in fiber, vitamins and nutrients. But can too much of it be bad for you? Nutritionists say yes!

You might not give much thought to how you sleep at night besides which position is most comfortable, but it turns out your sleeping position could reduce the risk of disease.

On this week's edition of Wellness Wednesday, Dr. Kevin talked about Lyme Disease and how the best course of treatment is prevention.

There's being a fan of superheroes and then there's becoming the hero, bringing the values of compassion, justice, and dedication found in superhero stories to real life.

UL is partnering with Our Lady of Lourdes RMC to host the Give Blood For Life blood drive from 9 AM - 3 PM on August 24, 25, and 29 in front of Dupre Library on the UL Lafayette campus.

The Love Cure Awareness Breast Cancer Fun Walk/Run is set for Saturday, October 31, 2015.

In this week's edition of Wellness Wednesday, Dr. Kevin talked about macronutrients: proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. He explained how the right balance, based on your lifestyle and activity level works for your body.

We all know we need to drink lots of water, but there are other ways to stay hydrated. These tips will help you keep your body (up to 60% of which is made of water) hydrated and cool.

Suicide claims the lives of more people in the United States each year than murder, is the 10th leading cause of death of Americans, and is preventable!

Blue Bell Creameries is back in business! The Alabama Department of Public Health has given the OK to resume production at the Sylacauga plant...

As many here in Acadiana return home from vacation, almost a forth of you will return more stressed than when you left.

Jessica Alba has taken to social media in defense of her Honest Sunscreen. Several consumers have complained the product is ineffective, sharing photos of their sunburn on Twitter. Alba co - founded The Honest Company in 2011. People.com reports, she has co authored a blog with the company's co founder, stating her family uses the product.

Some old friends used to have a sign that read, "Welcome to our ool. There's no P in it. Help us keep it that way." About 20% of American swimmers admit to relieving themselves in the "cement pond." People tend to think it's okay because the chlorine will kill the bacteria in their urine.That's true, but there's another issue,..

When water becomes 'super - heated' in a microwave, it will erupt when the container is moved and can cause serious injury.

The Blood Donor Center of Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center here in Lafayette in partnership with the Lafayette Parish Elementary School Principals is hosting a community - wide blood drive on Thursday, July 30.

You may want to think twice about taking that over the counter pain reliever.

Veisalgia?! What the heck is that?? If you've ever "over indulged,'' you've probably experienced it...

In this week's edition of Wellness Wednesday, Dr. Kevin talks about the foot, leg and hip, including ankles, knees, scar tissue, fibrous adhesions and plantar fasciitis.

Most people die of cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location because they didn't receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene.