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LSU School of Medicine In The News

LSU School of Medicine faculty are asked nearly every day to share their expertise on any number of health issues. Here is just a sampling of features and interviews from August 1 – October 31, 2024:

Dr. Steve Nelson, Chancellor of LSU Health New Orleans, has been a cornerstone of medical leadership

New Orleans Magazine / myneworleans.com | 10/29/24

“As a people-centered, health-focused organization at LSU Health New Orleans, we focus our research purposefully with the goal to impact the unique health issues prevalent in our own state,” says Dr. Steve Nelson, Chancellor. Dr. Nelson is featured as a Thought Leader in the current issue of New Orleans Magazine.

How nasal spray vaccines work…sometimes better than shots

WWL Radio | 10/21/24

Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor of Medicine in the Section of Infectious Diseases at LSU Health New Orleans, talks with Tommy Tucker on WWL Radio about nasal spray vaccines. You can listen at the 1:07 mark.

The Protective Molecules Involved in Healthy Brain Ageing

A conversation with Nicolas G. Bazan, director of the Neuroscience Center of Excellence, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health New Orleans.

Nature Advertiser Feature | October 3, 2024

Dr. Nicolas Bazan discusses the importance of researching neuroprotection, what applications neuroprotectors could have, and their relationship to healthy brain aging.

'My personal 9/11': Why Louisiana women are often blindsided by ovarian cancer 

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | September 29, 2024

Drs. Donna Williams and Tara Castellano work to improve health outcomes in Louisiana

What new study reveals about COVID drug Remdesivir; New Marigny Theatre presents climate change-themed musical

WRKF 89.3 Baton Rouge Public Radio | September 25, 2024

Dr. Giulia Monticone talks about the drug Remdesivir, which is used to treat people infected with COVID-19

How alcohol and marijuana make us impaired

WWL Radio | September 27, 2024

Dr. Elyse Stevens spoke with WWL Radio about the negative impacts marijuana and alcohol have on our bodies

Obesity is bad for your body

WWL Radio | September 19, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Catherine Hudson discussed obesity in Louisiana and how we can eat healthier on WWL AM. You can listen at the 2:04 mark.

When should you keep your sick kid home from school?

WWL Radio | September 5, 2014

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Corey Hebert spoke with Tommy Tucker on WWL-AM about when you should keep your sick child home from school. You can listen at the 9:05 mark.

Curbing brain drain: LSU Health New Orleans launches guaranteed admission in public health

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | September 2, 2024

Dr. Kari Brisolara, professor at LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with the Times-Picayune/nola.com about the Louisiana 3.0+ Scholars Pledge which guarantees qualified applicants a spot in the master's of public health program.

National Immunization Awareness Month

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 28, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez reminds us how important immunizations are on Fox 8.

A conversation about helping your kids (or yourself) not be afraid of going to the doctor

WWL Radio | August 27, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Corey Hebert talks with Tommy Tucker and offers suggestions to help your kids feel more comfortable about going to the doctor and getting shots.

LSU Health: Prescriptions and the sun

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 21, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Peter DeBlieux spoke with Fox 8 about how prescriptions and the sun impact your health.

LSU Health: Medical risks associated with stress and how to address them

WVUE-TV Fox 8 | August 19, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Rahn Bailey appeared on Fox 8 to discuss medical risks associated with stress and how to address them.

This LSU leader has one big goal to transform cancer care and Louisiana health

Times Picayune, NOLA.com | August 18, 2024

Dr. Steve Nelson, Chancellor of LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with The Times-Picayune about his goals of transforming cancer care and improving LA health. LSU Health New Orleans is People Centered, Health Focused!

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Fred Lopez -Vaccines are safe, effective, and important to get

WWL Radio | August 14, 2024

Dr. Fred Lopez, Professor and Vice Chair of Medicine at LSU Health New Orleans, spoke with WWL Radio all about the importance of vaccinations to protect against COVID, flu and RSV. You can listen at the 1:47 mark.

Nasal spray for allergic reactions

KALB 5| August 9, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Sanjay Kamboj spoke with KALB in Alexandria, Louisiana about Neffy nasal spray as an alternative to the EpiPen for allergic reactions.

COVID number trends in Louisiana

KTVE-Fox 14 | August 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez discussed COVID number trends in Louisiana with Joel Massey of KTVE in West Monroe.

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker - Dr. Fred Lopez - Rise of respiratory illnesses as students return to school

WWL Radio | August 8, 2024

LSU Health New Orleans' Dr. Fred Lopez discusses the rise of respiratory illnesses as students return to school on WWL AM 870.