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ULL Announces Opportunity to Connect Residents to High-Paying Apprenticeships in Emerging Industries
The Skill Up Louisiana apprenticeship programs are designed to meet the evolving workforce needs of Louisiana’s most promising industries while providing career seekers with hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials, and a direct connection to employers ready to hire.
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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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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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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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AJMC - Healthy State: Practicing What They Preach in Louisiana
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TechTarget - Combatting chronic disease among Medicaid patients with RPM
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Chief Healthcare Executive - How Ochsner Health is working to improve maternal health
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Becker's Healthcare - Ochsner Health rolls out virtual weight management
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JAMA - Ochsner Health sees big return on investment in remote care
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The Washington Post - Bloomberg’s Historic Donation Includes Seed Funding for Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine