Too much exposure to loud noise can lead to hearing loss in people of all ages. The sound of fireworks, lawnmowers, power tools, loud cheering at sports arenas, and live music concerts are just some of the loud noises that can damage hearing. A single loud noise close to the ear, such as a firecracker exploding… Read More
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How Private Are the Results of the DNA Test You Bought?
Direct-to-consumer genetic testing services like 23andMe, Ancestry, and MyHeritage appeal to our curiosity about our family tree and potential health risks we may face. Tens of millions of people have submitted their genetic information for testing and analysis. While DNA testing can offer valuable insights into your personal health and ancestry, direct-to-consumer genetic testing poses… Read More
Ozempic Lawsuit
What is the best thing about Louisiana? Sure, the trees and vines hanging over the bayous are lovely, and so is the scent of magnolias in the air during times of year when a gentle breeze cools the summer heat. The generosity and unpretentiousness with which the people of Louisiana treat old friends and strangers… Read More
Staying Safe While Driving in the Louisiana Winter
Some people will tell you that the best way to stay warm in the winter in Louisiana is with red beans and rice. Others say that nothing beats étouffée for keeping you warm, while still another contingent favors beignets and hot chocolate. Unfortunately, we will probably never get to find out who is right because… Read More
Fall Driving Hazards in Louisiana
Fall is the perfect time to be outdoors in Louisiana. The temperatures are mild, and it is the least rainy season of the year. Of course, when was the last time you heard of someone in Louisiana going on a walk for fun? Here, the preferred way to enjoy the great outdoors is from the… Read More
Breathalyzers are Everywhere, But Drunk Driving Remains a Major Problem in Louisiana
Laws against drunk driving are effective at reducing the rate of car accidents that result in serious injury or death. Even though there are far fewer drunk drivers on the road than there were several decades ago, when these laws went into effect, drunk driving still poses a danger to everyone in Louisiana, including drivers,… Read More
Potholes in the Road Can Create Obstacles in Your Car Accident Case
Louisiana is not known for its smoothly paved roads. You get as bumpy a ride on Rampart Street and Magazine Street in New Orleans as you do on the country roads with a beautiful view of the Bayous. It is so easy to enjoy the scenery in Louisiana that you might not notice the potholes… Read More
Digital Bridge Between Brain and Spine Enables Paralyzed Man to Walk
When you walk, you simply set the intention to take a step, and your brain sends signals through your nerves that cause your legs to move. You take this for granted if you are healthy, but if you have a spinal cord injury, you are acutely aware of how easy life is when all you… Read More
Louisiana UTV Laws
Who says that there is no fun to be had in Louisiana in the summer? Sure, the tourist season is in the winter, but Louisianans enjoy our home state year-round. Louisiana is a great place for summer fun once you get away from the stagnant heat of the French Quarter. Whether you are fishing or… Read More
Fall Foliage Hazards in Louisiana
Say what you will about the summer humidity, but for most of the year, the weather in Louisiana is simply exquisite. The temperatures are mild throughout King Cake season, and year-round, the weather is right for an outdoor barbecue or seafood boil. While they might not rank highly on the list of reasons that tourists… Read More