OXIHER Health Priorities: Focus on Smoking in Louisiana
Louisiana ranks 45th in the nation for adult smoking, with 15.7% of adults smoking—well above the national average of 12.1% (ARH)
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Fact Sheet
OXIHER Health Priorities: Focus on Smoking in Louisiana
Louisiana ranks 45th in the nation for adult smoking, with 15.7% of adults smoking—well above the national average of 12.1% (ARH)
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Fact Sheet 
OXIHER Health Priorities: Focus On Colorectal Cancer Awareness, Prevention, and Addressing Community Needs
Colorectal cancer education and prevention are crucial for improving health and saving lives. Efforts to raise awareness about prevention strategies, early detection and advanced treatment options play a significant role in reducing the impact of this disease.
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News Article 
Ochsner Health sets the standard for colorectal cancer treatment with advanced techniques and personalized care
Learn about colon cancer, a common cancer in men and women, and the importance of early detection through colonoscopies from Dr. Michael Horaist, a colorectal surgeon at Ochsner Lafayette General.
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Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services opening in-person SNAP application assistance
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services is opening public in-person SNAP application assistance for people in New Orleans. The department is partnering with Ochsner Health, Goodwill Industries and the New Orleans Public Library to provide in-person support for completing SNAP applications.
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In-Person SNAP & benefit assistance available at these New Orleans locations
With new federal rules requiring more in-person identity verification for Social Security benefits and other assistance programs, New Orleans residents now have expanded locations to get help with SNAP applications, account updates, and other critical services.
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Fact Sheet 
OXIHER Health Priorities: Focus on Macular Degeneration
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss for adults over 60, affecting millions worldwide. Discover the risk factors, prevention strategies, and cutting-edge treatments making a difference in the fight against AMD.
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Louisiana Leads Progress in Lung Cancer Screening Rates - Lung.org
According to Lung.org, LA's lung cancer screening rates have risen significantly, now surpassing the national average—a vital step toward better outcomes. Click to learn more.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Selects 15 States to Lead Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Initiative
CMS has announced the states participating in the 10-year TMaH initiative to improve maternal and infant health in Medicaid and CHIP. Click here to download the factsheet to learn more.
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OXIHER Health Priorities: Focus on Diabetes
Learn about the impact of diabetes on our communities and how innovative solutions like Ochsner’s Digital Medicine and Eat Fit programs are making a difference.