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  • The Cholesterol Battle: What's High, What's Low, What's Normal

    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), some 86 million people have cholesterol levels exceeding 200 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter). As there are few symptoms, most people are unaware of high levels. Cholesterol and its role The liver produces cholesterol, which the body needs to make hormones and digest fatty foods. Low-density (LDL) and high-density (HDL) ...

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  • Vital Facts to Save the Brain from a Stroke

    There was a time when stroke resulted in debilitating loss of mobility, cognitive impairment or death. Over the past 15 years, breakthrough treatments and vital, life-saving facts help patients prevent and recover from stroke with minimal damage. Remember time is brain. A clot can immediately block a blood vessel that feeds brain tissue or a blood vessel may burst. When brain cells are starved of ...

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  • Put Your Feet Up and Show Them Some TLC

    One of the hardest working parts of your body is also one of the least appreciated. According to the Mayo Clinic, the average American takes 4,000 to 5,000 steps per day. That's a lot of wear and tear on the feet. Adding foot care to your health regimen can keep them tuned up and ready to move. Here are recommendations for maintaining good foot and ankle health: Supportive footwear Choose ...

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  • Thibodaux Regional Welcomes Dr. Kyle Piner, Podiatrist/Foot and Ankle Surgeon, to the Medical Staff

    Thibodaux Regional Health System is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Kyle Piner, Podiatrist/Foot and Ankle Surgeon, to the active medical staff. Dr. Piner is available to care for patients at Thibodaux Regional Foot & Ankle Center located 290 Bowie Road, Thibodaux, (985) 493-4990. Dr. Piner received his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. ...

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  • Thibodaux Regional Fitness Center Achieves Medical Fitness Association Facility Recertification

    Thibodaux Regional Health System is pleased to announce that its Fitness Center has achieved Facility Recertification by the Medical Fitness Association, the country’s leading organization dedicated solely to medically integrated wellness and fitness facilities. This recertification represents a significant continuing commitment by Thibodaux Regional to offer the highest standards of ...

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