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Posted 8:40 AM 6/13/2025 by Lauren Hawkins

NEW ROADS - Some may believe fishing is only sitting and waiting for something to bite.

But Vice President of the LSU Bass Fishing Team Beau Landry knows otherwise. 

Since he was eight years old, Landry has practiced catching bass and he says he still hasn't quite figured it (More)

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Posted 4:42 PM 6/6/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Department of Health is reminding everyone to protect themselves against mosquito bites and West Nile Virus.

Mosquito-activity increases in the warmer months. Make no mistake, they are out to get you.

“Mosquitoes need to blood feed to obtain (More)

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Posted 4:43 PM 6/5/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Health announced a new campaign aiming to lower fatality rates for pregnant women and young moms. 

Project M.O.M., which stands for Maternal Overdose Mortality, brings awareness to accidental opioid overdose, which is the leading cause of (More)

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Posted 4:41 PM 6/4/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.

More than seven million Americans ages 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's right now and the Alzheimer’s Association says 14 million Americans in that age group are expected to be living with the disease by (More)

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Posted 4:40 PM 6/3/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — With school out for the summer, some parents may adjust bedtimes to allow kids to stay up later.

Sleep experts say that may not be a good idea.

"I think a little relaxation in the summer is totally fine and warranted for all the hard work your kids have been (More)

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Posted 4:43 PM 6/2/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Chronic lymphocytic leukemia, also known as CLL, is one of the most common forms of blood cancer in adults.

The way it progresses can vary widely from person to person, meaning creating a treatment plan tailored to each patient’s needs to essential.

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Posted 5:02 PM 5/27/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Good nutrition is important to help children grow up healthy and strong, but getting kids to eat and enjoy new foods is not always easy.

Most times, being a picky eater is a normal part of growing up.

Many young children go through periods of preferring certain (More)

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Posted 4:44 PM 5/21/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — If you find yourself feeling more anxious after eating certain types of foods, you are not alone.

Experts say it can be very common.

"We know that our mood is affected by what we eat. Certain foods have been proven to increase levels of anxiety. And those are not (More)

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Posted 4:47 PM 5/20/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — A stroke results from a blocked or torn blood vessel that decreases blood flow to the brain. In the U.S., stroke is a leading cause of death and disability.

"Because about 80% of all strokes are preventable, we really focus on prevention," neurologist Stephen English (More)

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Posted 10:11 PM 5/15/2025 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — Seed oils have received a lot of attention lately, with many people on the internet saying to avoid them altogether.

Before you clear out your kitchen cabinets, there are various factors to consider.

"The bigger picture is looking where these seed oils are found. (More)...

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Posted 6:34 AM 5/23/2025 by Lauren Hawkins

ZACHARY - One of the only areas solely dedicated to water skiing in Louisiana is in Zachary. Bennett's Boat and Ski offers lessons to those interested in the sport.

Whether you're just a beginner or training to go pro, coaches at Bennett's are well-equipped with experience and knowledge to (More)