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Moving Day for Lourdes
June 25, 2011 11:24 PM
It was a big day for healthcare in Lafayette Saturday as the new Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center officially opened for business. The new hospital opened it's doors Saturday morning, after more than two years of construction. It is the largest, single construction project to date in Lafayette... more » -
Veterans Rally for VA Hospital
September 23, 2010 12:57 AM
The push for both a VA super clinic and a hospital continued in Lafayette Wednesday. The Veterans Action Coalition of Acadiana met with representatives with the Alexandria VA Medical Center to discuss their needs. "We need better healthcare and we're asking for it and we feel confident that Gracie Specks,... more » -
Important Screening if High Risk for Stroke
September 17, 2010 5:36 PM
Prevention of stroke and other deadly diseases starts with early screenings. "High risk" for stroke is the scary reality for locals like 41-year-old Burley Pellerin of Lafayette. His father and brother died in their 40's from heart disease and he had high cholesterol, so doctors recommended he get the... more » -
Our Lady of Lourdes Construction Update
September 12, 2010 9:26 PM
Lafayette's largest construction project is quickly taking shape. Work is nearly complete on the exterior of the new "Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center," and crews are now starting to focus on the interior of the building. The 200 bed, 396-thousand square foot facility will feature 8... more » -
Vets Want Temporary Mini Hospital in Lafayette
June 22, 2010 6:55 PM
Acadiana veterans are making plans for a temporary hospital in Lafayette, but they'll need the okay from the Veteran's Administration before they can make it happen. For more than a year, Southpark Hospital on the Youngsville Highway has sat unoccupied. "This hospital is 53,000 square feet which is just about... more » -
Stroke Survivor Says Act Fast
May 12, 2010 12:59 PM
One Acadiana woman is putting her life back together after suffering a stroke-the number one cause of serious disabilities in the U.S. Abbeville native Perchis Cartwright did not have high blood pressure or the risk factors, but she suffered a stroke in July last year. She says people... more » -
Breaux Bridge Bicyclist In Critical Condition After Being Hit
January 22, 2010 2:03 PM
Troop I is currently investigating a critical injury crash which occurred on La 354 south of I-10. A bicyclist traveling southbound on La 354 was hit from behind by a Toyota Camry. The cyclist was transported to Our Lady of Lourdes in Lafayette and is listed in critical condition. ... more » -
9:15 pm: Blue Cross/Our Lady of Lourdes Contract Update
January 21, 2010 6:41 PM
Statement from Our Lady Health System: We are pleased to reach agreement on terms of a new contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana that will extend until April 30, 2012. Compromise by FMOLHS and BCBS as healthcare leaders in our state is in everyone’s... more » -
Lafayette History
November 13, 2009 9:48 AM
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel recently wrapped a series of listening tours. Hhe wanted to know what vision Lafayette residents had for the hub city in 10... 20... or 30 years. But as one wise man said, in order to figure out where we're going, we must remember where we've... more » -
Flu Shots Available in Lafayette
October 30, 2009 9:58 AM
KATC has partnered with Lourdes in our year long "Living Right" campaign. On Saturday, November 7th, we will be giving out seasonal flu shots for $20 dollars. The shots will be administered at Academy Sports on Ambassador Caffery from 10:30am to 1:30pm. The supply is limited and given on a... more » -
Swine Flu Shots Now Available In Acadiana
October 29, 2009 6:50 PM
Swine Flu vaccinations are now available for Acadiana residents. Lourdes Family Clinic in Scott is one of the first giving out the vaccinations. The shots are for those six months to twenty-six years old. Normally the clinic sees 600 patients a month, but in September that number jumped to... more »
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