It’s been a rough year for our mental health due to the pandemic, and Hurricane Ida hasn’t made it any easier. Many of us have added worry and...
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Medicare Education Week – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
It’s Medicare Education Week. If you’re approaching Medicare or if you’ve had Medicare for years, you probably could use a refresher on the...
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Dealing with Stress After Hurricane Ida – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
It’s been a rough year for our mental health due to the pandemic, and Hurricane Ida hasn’t made it any easier. Many of us have added worry and...
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Stroke Warning Signs and Prevention – Dr. Brent Wallis on WVUE FOX 8 News
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. On average, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds. And, about every four...
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Dangers of Smoking and Tips to Quit – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
Smoking cigarettes is an addiction that is harmful to ourselves and our loved ones. Quitting may not be easy, but it is possible. Dr. Brent...
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Protecting Yourself in the Summer Heat – Dr. Sarah Schwertner on WVUE FOX 8 News
In south Louisiana, August is the hottest month of the year. And with that brings the risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke and...
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Staying Active as You Age – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
Can physical activity help you live longer? It’s possible! Dr. Brent Wallis joined WWL Radio to talk about the importance of staying...
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Protecting Yourself in the Heat – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
As temperature and humidity levels increase throughout the summer, the risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion,...
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Avoiding Medicare and COVID-19 Scams – Dr. Brent Wallis on WVUE FOX 8 News
During this time, it’s important to stay alert for fraud, as con artists like to take advantage of people—especially seniors—when they’re...
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Diabetes Awareness – Dr. Brent Wallis on WVUE FOX 8 News
According to the American Diabetes Association, there are approximately a half million people in Louisiana with diabetes and 113,000 have no...
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