Health

The FDA has announced a ban on Red 3, a controversial food dye linked to cancer. Find out how this decision will impact the snacks and candies loved in Louisiana.

The FDA is considering front-of-package labels for food products, aiming to combat diet-related illnesses. Here’s how it could affect Louisiana’s grocery shoppers.

Months after a deli meat recall affected Louisiana grocery stores, inspection records have revealed disturbing conditions, including “unidentified slime,” “green mold,” and “meat scraps” left on equipment.

Louisiana is seeing a sharp rise in whooping cough cases, with babies and unvaccinated individuals at greatest risk. Learn how to protect your family.

The Louisiana Department of Health reported Monday that the patient who was hospitalized with the first case of avian influenza, bird flu, in Louisiana and the United States passed away.

A possible FDA ban on Red 3 could mean major changes for popular snacks and candies in Louisiana. Learn why this dye is under scrutiny and what it means for you.

A precautionary advisory has been issued by a fresh vegetables and salad company for some of their washed and ready-to-eat broccoli florets distributed at Walmart stores in 20 states, including Louisiana.

Norovirus is spiking in Louisiana, with cases rising dramatically. Learn how to protect your family from this fast-spreading stomach virus.

Louisiana leads the U.S. in flu cases again this year. Learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from flu and RSV during this critical season.

Our holiday season is unlike any other because it starts in October with Halloween and doesn't wrap up until after Mardi Gras in February or March depending on where it falls that year. So while everyone else is starting their New Year's resolutions we are still indulging in all things sugar and fried. This means being tempted by unhealthy desserts, drinks, and meals is unavoidable for almost half the year

Before lighting that candle, learn how to stay safe this holiday season.

Explore Lafayette's top low-carb dining spots. From keto options to low-carb pizzas, these restaurants offer healthy, flavorful meals for South Louisiana foodies.

Costco is connected to a listeria-related recall, with several popular chicken-based products being pulled from shelves.

With a major antidepressant recall underway, Louisiana patients are urged to check their prescriptions. Find out which medications and lots are affected.

Cancer has made its mark on Louisiana, leaving no one untouched by its impact. It seems that nearly everyone either knows someone who has battled cancer or has faced the harsh realities of the disease themselves.

FSIS also extended this recall to schools because products included in the updated recall were distributed to schools nationwide.

Louisiana residents are urged to check their refrigerators and freezers for meat and poultry products recalled due to suspected listeria contamination.

We have some important news for parents in Louisiana as a very contagious virus is spreading.

Hospital safety is of paramount importance as it directly impacts the well-being of patients. But in Louisiana, several hospitals get low marks.

It's no secret that Louisiana people are always finding an excuse to have people over for a meal. We always have ingredients for some sort of meal in our refrigerator ready to go just in case we need to whip something up.