In 2017, Richard “Dickie” Longo celebrated his 80th birthday by running a 5K race. He finished first in his age group. “I run every day...
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Food Insecurity – Leslie Keen on WVUE FOX 8 News
According to the USDA, Louisiana is the second-hungriest state in America, with 18.3 percent of Louisiana households lacking sufficient access...
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Osteoarthritis – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
Approximately 27 million people in the United States have osteoarthritis, and this condition is especially prevalent in those ages 65 and...
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Peoples Health Honors Champion Bill Mayfield at Saints Home Game
On October 30, 2018, at age 70, Bill Mayfield earned the title of World Champion in the western horse sport of team penning. The sport is...
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Explaining Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period – Dr. Brent Wallis on WVUE FOX 8 News
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period started yesterday, October 15. What does this mean for you? Well if you have Medicare, this time of year...
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8 Things To Know About Medicare – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period starts today, October 15. What does this mean for you? Well if you have Medicare, this is the time to...
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Peoples Health Honors Champion Murray Lirette at Saints Home Game
In 2019, on his 95th birthday, Murray Lirette shot an 89 in golf – beating his age by six strokes. Not an easy feat for any golfer. But Mr....
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Vaccines – Dr. Brent Wallis on WVUE FOX 8 News
It’s a hot topic right now: vaccines. Approximately 50,000 people in America, mostly adults, die each year from diseases that can be prevented...
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Know Your Numbers – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
Blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels all affect heart health. If you want to be as healthy as possible, it’s important to know...
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Women’s Health – Dr. Brent Wallis on WWL Radio
Breast cancer and osteoporosis are two diseases that primarily affect women. Dr. Brent Wallis from Peoples Health joined WWL Radio to discuss...
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