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• Man sent to East Louisiana Mental Health System following sanity hearing for 2024 murder of EBR Schools employee Play Video

  June 8, 2026 7:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was sent to the East Louisiana Mental Health System on Monday following a sanity hearing for the 2024 murder of an East Baton Rouge Parish Schools employee. Jaymie Thomas was arrested in October 2024 after Marcus Spears' body was found off Alexander Avenue. ... more »

• FRIDAY HEALTH REPORT: A stroke can be a blockage or a bleed, and the treatment depends on which one Play Video

  June 5, 2026 7:20 PM

  A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, either through a blockage in an artery or a bleed caused by a burst artery in the brain. Both types of stroke can look similar on the surface, but the treatments are completely different depending on what caused... more »

• BREC installing 124 AEDs across most-visited parks and facilities

  June 4, 2026 5:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE — BREC is installing 124 new automated external defibrillators across some of its most-visited parks and facilities. The devices will be placed in high-traffic areas both inside and outside of BREC facilities and will be accessible to the public. "This was done strategically so that if... more »

• MONDAY HEALTH REPORT: The next 100 days are the deadliest stretch of the year for teen drivers Play Video

  May 25, 2026 8:31 PM

  The 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are considered the deadliest period of the year for teen drivers, according to a Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health researcher. Car crashes among teens rise by 30 percent during that stretch and they remain a top cause of... more »

• Doctors share summer health tips as families prepare for the season during the Memorial Day weekend Play Video

  May 24, 2026 11:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Memorial Day weekend is often called the unofficial start of summer. With warmer temperatures and people spending more time outside, doctors say it's also the time to start thinking about seasonal health and safety. From sunburns and dehydration to bug bites and water-related illnesses, there are... more »

• FRIDAY HEALTH REPORT: A simple acronym can help you spot a stroke before it's too late Play Video

  May 22, 2026 7:31 PM

  A simple acronym called BEFAST can help people spot the warning signs of a stroke, doctors say. Each letter in BEFAST stands for a different symptom to watch for and noticing them quickly can make a real difference in outcomes, experts say. B stands for balance, which means... more »

• Southeastern graduates receive diplomas from College of Business, College of Nursing and Health Sciences Play Video

  May 16, 2026 3:38 PM

  HAMMOND — Southeastern students graduating from the College of Business and the College of Nursing and Health Sciences were treated to a special guest speaker on Saturday. Guest speaker Hayley Arceneaux, a former patient of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, encouraged graduates as they moved on into the next... more »

• WEDNESDAY HEALTH REPORT: Gardening may lower dementia risk and support bone health, experts say Play Video

  May 13, 2026 7:31 PM

  Gardening can improve well-being and reduce risk factors for disease, according to doctors. It can be good for people both physically and mentally. "There are many benefits of gardening. First of all, it gets you outdoors. Secondly, it's really good exercise. And third, you get your hands in... more »

• Evacuations begin for passengers on MV Hondius cruise ship off Tenerife hit by hantavirus Play Video

  May 10, 2026 1:34 PM

  TENERIFE, Canary Islands (AP) — The first passengers to be evacuated from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship now anchored off Spain's Canary Islands arrived Sunday afternoon in Madrid, where they were being taken to a military hospital. Soon after, a French evacuation plane landed in Paris, where it was met by... more »

• Monday Health Report: Doctors say regular self checks are key to catching melanoma early Play Video

  May 4, 2026 7:21 PM

  Around 112,000 people in the U.S. are estimated to be diagnosed with invasive melanoma this year, and more than 8,500 are expected to die from the disease. Doctors say catching it early makes a big difference, as this serious type of skin cancer is highly treatable when found in... more »

• Thursday Health Report: Doctors say drinking water after waking up beats morning coffee for your health Play Video

  April 30, 2026 9:29 PM

  Experts say reaching for a glass of water first thing in the morning may be a better choice than coffee. According to experts, the body loses a significant amount of water during sleep through breathing and sweating. "People have lots of GI water loss, you know, and what... more »

• Mental health services available to those affected by Mall of Louisiana shooting Play Video

  April 30, 2026 7:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Free mental health pop-up events are opening around the capital region, following a mass shooting that killed one person and injured five others at the mall on April 23. Capital Area Human Services originally planned to open the pop-ups at community event centers and local libraries,... more »

• Wednesday Health Report: Cancer immunotherapy showing early promise for autoimmune diseases Play Video

  April 29, 2026 7:23 PM

  Researchers are exploring whether a cancer therapy could one day offer a lasting treatment for autoimmune diseases. Researchers believe there are between 80 and 150 autoimmune diseases, many of which are chronic and require one or more daily medications. They are also difficult to diagnose because there is no... more »

• Tuesday Health Report: Doctors say compressed nerves responsible for headaches can be treated with surgery Play Video

  April 28, 2026 7:22 PM

  Some headaches that last all day and resist treatments like medication may be caused by compressed nerves. Often called trigger-site-induced headaches, this type of pain can be difficult to treat with standard options. "Headaches that originate from compression of the occipital nerve will usually have a pain that... more »

• Whole Heart Health installs community pantries in Walker in an effort to expand nutrition education Play Video

  April 24, 2026 10:20 PM

  WALKER — Whole Heart Health installed two new community pantries on Friday to expand access to free nutrition support for residents. The pantries were installed at the Faith Crossing United Methodist Church and at Christine Palmer's office in Walker. Each pantry was stocked with Manna Meals, shelf-stable meal... more »

• JP sits down with Capital Area Heart Walk chairman to discuss Saturday's event, fighting heart disease Play Video

  April 24, 2026 7:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This weekend is the American Heart Association's annual Capital Area Heart Walk. The event aims to raise both money and awareness about heart disease and the risks it poses. WBRZ's John Pastorek sat down with the chairman of this year's walk, Our Lady of the... more »

• Monday Health Report: Measuring cannabis in units could help identify risk in young people Play Video

  April 20, 2026 7:48 PM

  A new study suggests measuring cannabis use in units — similar to how alcohol is tracked — could help identify when use becomes risky. Researchers published their findings in the journal Addiction after tracking the THC habits of more than 150 teens and young adults over a year. They... more »

• Wednesday Health Report: Knowing when it's time for a new pillow Play Video

  April 15, 2026 8:15 PM

  A good mattress matters for sleep, but experts say a good pillow could be just as important. A pillow that doesn't support your head well can cause muscle tension in your neck and shoulders, experts say. That tension can even lead to a headache in the morning. "If... more »

• Baton Rouge's Nader sisters to join study examining women's health in 'extreme polar environments' Play Video

  April 15, 2026 3:00 PM

  SVALBARD, Norway — The famous Baton Rouge-born Nader sisters will participate in a study this month examining how women's health is affected by extreme climates. The "eXtreme Environment and Reproductive Sleep and Circadian Health" study will be conducted by researchers at NYU Langone Health, the University of Arizona and... more »

• Tuesday Health Report: Weight loss drugs increase fracture risk for women due to muscle loss, researchers say Play Video

  April 14, 2026 7:17 PM

  Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound are the two most effective ways to shed pounds. A recent JAMA study shows both methods dramatically cut body fat with only moderate loss of muscle and other lean mass. However, women seem to lose significantly more lean body mass... more »

• Our Lady of the Lake unveil new emergency department observation unit opening at Walker facility Play Video

  April 14, 2026 2:28 PM

  WALKER — A new emergency department observation unit is opening at Our Lady of the Lake's Walker facility. OLOL celebrated the completion of the 10-bed unit at a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday after starting construction on the project last year. Hospital officials say that this is the first unit... more »

• Ochsner Health Center in Denham Springs reopens several weeks after car crashes into facility Play Video

  April 14, 2026 11:57 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS – More than a month after it closed following a car crashing into it, the Ochsner Health Center location in Denham Springs along La. 16 has begun taking patient appointments again. A woman backed her car into the facility on March 5, resulting in a loss of... more »

• 2une In Previews: New Sunlight Baptist Church hosting Community Spring Fest this weekend Play Video

  April 14, 2026 7:51 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The New Sunlight Baptist Church is hosting its Community Spring Fest this weekend. The festival, which is being held at 1777 America Street in Baton Rouge, will feature free food, health screenings, games and music. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.... more »

• Allergies or a cold? What your symptoms are telling you and when to see a doctor Play Video

  April 9, 2026 12:57 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Figuring out whether you're dealing with allergies or a cold can be tricky, especially during spring when both are common. But there are specific signs that can help you tell the difference. "Sometimes it is really difficult to determine if someone has a cold versus... more »

• Southern University offering free health screenings, healthcare career resources on Thursday

  April 8, 2026 3:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Free health screenings and healthcare career resources will be available at Southern University on Thursday. The free resources are a part of the National Medical Association's PrEP Rally, an event designed to prepare students and community members for careers in healthcare. The health screenings will... more »

• 2une In Previews: Black Maternal Health Advocacy Day aims to create healthier state for Black mothers Play Video

  April 8, 2026 7:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana has one of the highest maternal death rates in the country, with Black mothers particularly at greater risk. According to a study by Tulane University, Black mothers made up only 37% of births in 2020, but 62% of maternal deaths were among Black women. ... more »

• Monday Health Report: New guidelines issued for doctors to help heart patients Play Video

  April 6, 2026 8:46 PM

  For the first time since 2018, the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and nine other medical organizations have updated the guidelines on how doctors can help heart patients. The new recommendations are for those who have dyslipidemia, an unhealthy balance of lipids or fats in the bloodstream.... more »

• St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Department asks for help locating missing 28-year-old from Montpelier Play Video

  April 6, 2026 5:32 PM

  MONTPELIER — The St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Department requested the public's help in locating a missing 28-year-old from Montpelier. According to the department, Jamal Pondexter was last seen on Highway 441 around 4 or 5 a.m. on Sunday wearing black pants, a black shirt and a green baseball cap.... more »

• Hitting the snooze button could be robbing you of good sleep Play Video

  April 6, 2026 9:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Setting multiple alarms before you actually have to get up might feel like it helps ease you into the morning, but experts say it could be hurting your sleep in the long run. “ Oftentimes, within the sleep field, sleep scientists and physicians will criticize snoozing... more »

• Protesters call for school closure six months after Smitty's explosion Play Video

  April 4, 2026 7:22 PM

  ROSELAND — Protesters are calling for the immediate closure of a school near the site of the August 2025 Smitty's Supply explosion. Demonstrators walked to City Hall demanding protection for children who attend Roseland Montessori School. Allie Ponvelle with the Blue Shirt Justice League said she worries for those... more »

• Bowling tournament held at All Star Lanes to promote mental health services Play Video

  March 27, 2026 5:58 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Merakey Foundation held a bowling tournament at All-Star Lanes on Friday to promote its mental health services. Foundation staff members and other bowlers participated in the friendly competition to fundraise for Merakey, which provides mental health services for both children and adults, as well as... more »

• Many colon cancer deaths can be prevented through screenings that catch disease early, doctors say Play Video

  March 23, 2026 8:10 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Colon cancer is a leading cause of cancer death for people under the age of 50, but it doesn't have to be, because many colon cancer deaths are preventable through early detection. One Ascension Parish woman, Latava Carter, came face-to-face with the silent killer in her... more »

• OLOL demonstrates new robotic lung cancer detection and treatment technology Play Video

  March 12, 2026 7:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Our Lady of the Lake Hospital demonstrated new robotic technology for lung cancer treatment on Thursday. The Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy System and the da Vinci Surgical System use minimally invasive approaches to detect and treat lung cancer, the hospital says. "We've had these da Vinci... more »

• State health department temporarily closes East Baton Rouge Health Unit location Play Video

  March 11, 2026 5:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Department of Health has temporarily closed its East Baton Rouge Health Unit as it looks for a new location. The department said it closed the site at 353 North 12th Street while it works with the mayor's office to "identify a suitable site that... more »

• Area hospitals welcome 'Colossal Colon' as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month starts Play Video

  March 2, 2026 11:46 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Colorectal cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in Louisiana, according to the Louisiana Tumor Registry. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month across the country, and local hospitals are welcoming a "Colossal Colon" to raise awareness. The 20-foot-long, walk-through colon has facts about... more »

• Ochsner's Sports Medicine team works to keep Baton Rouge moving with non-surgical options Play Video

  March 2, 2026 5:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE — At the Ochsner Medical Complex – The Grove, a specialized team is proving that the same technology used to get professional athletes back on the field is just as effective for a 12-year-old soccer player or a 90-year-old grandfather. One of the doctors offering non-surgical treatments... more »

• EBR School System holds second annual Community Wellness Expo Play Video

  February 26, 2026 6:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish School System held its second annual Community Wellness Expo at the Goodwood Library on Thursday. The event provided visitors with a variety of health resources, including blood pressure screenings, physical activity opportunities and immunizations. Organizers said the main goal was... more »

• REDUCE YOUR RISK: It's important not to ignore unusual symptoms Play Video

  February 24, 2026 8:51 PM

  A local nurse started feeling strange after she and her husband returned from a trip to Italy, but she brushed it off as just anxiety. After her condition worsened, she went to the emergency room for what she thought was going to be a short visit but turned into... more »

• 10 years after facing a similar issue, the state government looks to combat rising prison costs

  February 24, 2026 12:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE (LSU Manship News Service) – In 2016, Louisiana faced a $2 billion budget gap, and lawmakers decided they could no longer afford to lock so many people up. But in 2024, after a nationwide crime spike during the COVID pandemic, Gov. Jeff Landry reversed many of the... more »

• REPORT: Senate candidate Rep. Julia Letlow failed to report hundreds of individual stock trades on time

  February 24, 2026 10:12 AM

  WASHINGTON — Rep. Julia Letlow, who is running for Senate and was endorsed by President Donald Trump, did not follow federal law requiring she report more than 200 individual stock trades over the past two years, The Advocate reports. The paper, citing a document she filed with Congress last... more »

• REDUCE YOUR RISK: Heart disease a leading killer in Louisiana Play Video

  February 23, 2026 8:50 PM

  Heart disease is the leading killer of men and women in Louisiana. A Baton Rouge man was planning on making music and memories with his grandchildren in retirement, but his heart and his health had other plans. Watch as WBRZ's John Pastorek tells the story of a local... more »

• Franklin mayor says fix to water issue is on the way, resident says solution doesn't address problem Play Video

  February 23, 2026 8:20 PM

  FRANKLIN - Residents in Franklin want to turn on their faucets and see clear, running water. While the city efforts on a two-phase multimillion-dollar water plant renovation, residents say it only partly addresses the problem. Resident Skip Hebert did not plan to spend his 80th birthday scooping raw sewage... more »

• Louisiana fixes errors in food stamp program in an attempt to avoid a $95 million penalty Play Video

  February 8, 2026 12:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana state health officials are attempting to fix errors in the state's food assistance program, which currently feeds one out of every five Louisiana families, in an attempt to avoid a $95 million federal penalty, according to a report by The Advocate . The potential penalty... more »

• American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement hosts event for National Wear Red Day Play Video

  February 6, 2026 1:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement hosted an event for National Wear Red Day at the L'Auberge Casino in Baton Rouge on Friday. The event brought attention to cardiovascular disease, which remains the leading cause of death for women. According to the association,... more »

• Cardiologist Dr. Steven Kelley shares tips on maintaining a healthy heart Play Video

  February 1, 2026 12:57 PM

  BATON ROUGE — In celebration of American Heart Health Month, Cardiologist Dr. Steven Kelley from Baton Rouge Cardiology Center joined WBRZ to share tips on maintaining a healthy heart. Heart disease can present itself in many different ways, including severe tightness in the chest and shortness of breath, which... more »

• Inaugural Alzheimer's Ball kicks off in Baton Rouge Play Video

  January 25, 2026 8:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The inaugural Alzheimer's Ball kicked off in Baton Rouge on Saturday. Organizers invited community members to the City Club of Baton Rouge for a night full of events, including dance performances, raffles and a silent auction. "We want to shed light on Alzheimer's Service in... more »

• Two men die from hypothermia in Louisiana during winter storm Play Video

  January 25, 2026 11:21 AM

  SHREVEPORT — The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed two winter storm-related deaths on Sunday. The parish coroner stated that two men in Caddo Parish died from hypothermia related to the winter weather. Their ages are currently unknown. According to LDH, alcohol consumption can increase the risk of hypothermia... more »

• Mamas Who Pray Doula Care Services hosts Black Maternal Health Roundtable Play Video

  January 23, 2026 1:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Mamas Who Pray Doula Care Services hosted the Black Maternal Health Roundtable in honor of Maternal Health Awareness Day on Friday. The event aimed to honor the legacy of Dr. Janelle Green-Smith, 31, a midwife and advocate for maternal health who died due to childbirth on... more »

• Wednesday Health Report: This exotic fruit, plus other foods, can help improve digestive health Play Video

  January 14, 2026 8:09 PM

  New recommendations for improving your gut health were recently published in a British medical journal. The journal suggests eating 2-3 kiwi fruit daily for four weeks to help relieve chronic constipation. The kiwi's unique type of fiber, enzymes and natural crystals seem to bulk up stools and lubricate the... more »

• US drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child Play Video

  January 5, 2026 2:46 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child — leaving other immunizations, such as flu shots, open to families to choose but without clear guidance. Officials said the overhaul to the federal vaccine schedule won’t result... more »

• Winter virus season so far is not too bad, but doctors worry about suffering to come

  December 12, 2025 4:05 PM

  NEW YORK (AP) — It may feel like you are surrounded by sniffles and coughs, but flu season activity is still low in many parts of the U.S. New government data posted Friday shows that as of last week, flu activity was high in four states — Colorado, Louisiana,... more »

• Southern Ag Center holds Harvest Community Festival at Park Ridge Achievement Academy Play Video

  November 19, 2025 6:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Southern University Ag Center held its Healthy Harvest Community Festival at Park Ridge Achievement Academy on Wednesday. Students learned how to stay healthy during the holidays with healthy foods, fitness sessions and other community resources aimed at addressing food insecurity. "Food Insecurity is a... more »

• With Love, Community Baby Shower offers support and resources to new mothers Play Video

  November 14, 2025 2:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The With Love, Community Baby Shower plans to be the largest community baby shower in Louisiana history, offering free baby essentials, health resources and support to new expecting mothers. The baby shower, hosted by Healthy Blue Louisiana with the Woman's Hospital and the St. George Fire... more »

• Friday's Health Report: Technology transforms radiation treatment for cancer patients Play Video

  October 24, 2025 7:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Patients with breast cancer now have more options when it comes to radiation treatments. The goal is to remove any remaining cancer cells following chemotherapy or surgery. "In other situations, we use radiation if the cancer is more advanced, or spread to the lymph nodes."... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish Schools celebrate World Mental Health Day Play Video

  October 10, 2025 12:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School System celebrated World Mental Health Day on Friday across the district. Mental Health Day, a global effort to raise awareness and promote well-being, was symbolized by students and staff wearing green, a color that represents hope, renewal and growth. ... more »

• Gov. Jeff Landry and Department of Health announce increased Medicaid reimbursements for providers Play Video

  October 7, 2025 7:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Gov. Jeff Landry and the Louisiana Department of Health announced an increase in Medicaid reimbursements for providers on Tuesday afternoon. Some officials said the increase will make doctors more available. "So providing more dollars to the providers, those who are going to say yes to... more »

• CDC stops recommending COVID-19 shots for all, leaves decision to patients

  October 6, 2025 5:06 PM

  NEW YORK (AP) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention adopted recommendations by a new group of vaccine advisers, and stopped recommending COVID-19 shots for anyone — leaving the choice up to patients. The government health agency on Monday announced it had adopted recommendations made last month by... more »

• The Walls Project celebrates Baton Rouge culture at Fall Fest BR 2025 Play Video

  October 4, 2025 10:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Walls Project celebrated Baton Rouge culture at its Fall Fest BR 2025 event on Saturday morning. The event, which lasted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at BREC Howell Park, offered hands-on ways to learn about Baton Rouge art, agriculture and more. Activities included... more »

• FMOL Health says new rapid diagnostic test led to 24 percent decrease in sepsis-related deaths

  October 1, 2025 3:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health said their new rapid diagnostic test led to a 24 percent decrease in sepsis-related deaths. The IntelliSep rapid diagnostic, the first FDA-cleared sepsis test, has been adopted across the health system since it was first used by Our Lady of... more »

• Louisiana Department of Health acquires SNAP Play Video

  October 1, 2025 1:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Health gained control of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on Wednesday. SNAP provides monthly benefits to low-income households to buy food needed for health improvement. The LDH said the move is part of the Project One Door legislation, which consolidates SNAP... more »

• Tuesday's Health Report: Identifying concussions in your student-athlete Play Video

  September 30, 2025 7:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Young athletes are not always quick to recognize concussion symptoms, and some may even hide or downplay what they are feeling so they can keep playing. "Normally, people will experience headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, sometimes some nausea, photosensitivity, meaning the light bothers them, the noises could... more »

• Baton Rouge General and Mary's Hands Network grow their volunteer doula program Play Video

  September 27, 2025 12:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge General and Mary's Hands Network grew their volunteer doula program with the addition of 25 new volunteers on Saturday. The new volunteers began their training Saturday morning, going through various exercises and practices. Doulas provide emotional and physical support to expecting families by... more »

• 'Worst disaster we've had in Tangipahoa Parish:' Cleanup continues month after Smitty's explosion Play Video

  September 22, 2025 11:36 PM

  ROSELAND - A month after an explosion at Smitty's Supply , people who live and work in the area say cleanup is nowhere near complete. Tangipahoa resident Neil Currier said even a month after the explosion, the destruction continued to alter people's way of life in Roseland. "Katrina... more »

• Tuesday's Health Report: Skipping breakfast can negatively affect teens' ability to learn Play Video

  September 16, 2025 7:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE — It may seem harmless to let your teenager skip breakfast in the mornings before school, but experts say it can negatively impact their ability to learn. Experts say kids should be eating foods with healthy fats, carbohydrates, protein and fiber. Without these nutrients, their blood sugar... more »

• Nonalcoholic beer and mocktails can help people stay sober or drink less, but are not for everyone

  August 30, 2025 1:00 PM

  Several years into her sobriety, Logan Denzer decided to try nonalcoholic beer and mocktails while others around her drank real booze. “A lot of people feel out of place” when everyone else is imbibing, said the 27-year-old from Los Angeles, who considers these beverages “an excellent solution.” Millions... more »

• Wellness pop-up event at Rouzan promotes health and fitness in the capital city Play Video

  August 30, 2025 10:11 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A new pop-up event encouraged a healthy and fit lifestyle to Baton Rouge residents on Saturday. RECESS at Rouzan, hosted by Recoop Wellness and Trifecta Sports Therapy, is a family-friendly pop-up event promoting a healthy lifestyle to the capital city. The event featured a 5K... more »

• 'Take the time to document it:' Attorney advises Tangipahoa residents following Roseland explosion Play Video

  August 24, 2025 4:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Attorneys in the capital region are urging those impacted by Friday's explosion in Roseland to document damages as the fallout continues. WBRZ spoke to Misti Bryant, managing attorney at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys. She said their office has already received calls from people in Tangipahoa Parish... more »

• How to protect yourself from Vibrio vulnificus, the bacteria found in some coastal waters Play Video

  August 24, 2025 9:29 AM

  NEW YORK (AP) — States are warning beachgoers about a summertime surge in infections from a frightening, flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. Vibrio vulnificus are becoming an annual threat along the Gulf Coast and — increasingly — up the Eastern Seaboard. People should listen to the warnings,... more »

• Wednesday's Health Report: Recognizing signs of emotional distress in kids and how to help Play Video

  August 20, 2025 7:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Experts say it's normal for kids to not want to leave for school from time to time. However, when it becomes a pattern, there may be an underlying issue. "Maybe it's that they're not fitting in at school, they're experiencing bullying or just nervous about socializing,... more »

• OLOL announces $55 million renovation of emergency room set to start first of three phases in fall Play Video

  August 20, 2025 11:48 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Our Lady of the Lake Health announced Wednesday that it is launching a $55 million emergency department renovation. The hospital said that the multi-phase project will transform and enhance the region's only Level I Trauma Center at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center.... more »

• Mary Bird Perkins hosting 'Barbershop Bash' to raise prostate cancer awareness Play Video

  August 19, 2025 9:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is hosting "Barbershop Bash," an event providing no-cost prostate cancer screenings to the community. The event will be on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon at Webb's Barbershop on Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive in Baton Rouge. Walk-ins... more »

• Monday's Health Report: Fall allergy season is right around the corner Play Video

  August 18, 2025 5:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Fall allergy season is right around the corner. Many will be reaching for a tissue sooner than you’d think. Fall allergies typically kick in around Labor Day and last through the first lengthy cold snap. Doctors recommend starting allergy medications about two weeks before... more »

• After woman nurses fawn back to health, LDWF euthanizes young deer in Greensburg Play Video

  August 12, 2025 5:32 PM

  GREENSBURG - There are about 40 acres in St. Helena Parish where Kimberly Graham calls home. It's where she tends to animals including cows, horses, goats, dogs and parrots. Last month, Graham received a call from someone who had found a spotted fawn on their property and needed help. ... more »

• Wednesday's Health Report: Bird flu spreading through air, wastewater at dairy farms Play Video

  August 6, 2025 4:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The bird flu virus that has been spreading among dairy cows may travel through the air and wastewater at farms, not just through milking equipment, a new study from California says. Researchers say this could put cows and workers at greater risk, even when... more »

• RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development

  August 6, 2025 7:23 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Health and Human Services will cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines that are being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced in a statement Tuesday that 22 projects, totaling $500 million, to develop... more »