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Local doctor claims major breakthrough in prostate cancer research

A local doctor says he has made a significant discovery concerning why African-American men have a greater chance of getting prostate cancer than white men and a greater chance of dying from it.

Coroner: Deaths up since Katrina as stress takes toll

Problems with rebuilding homes after Hurricane Katrina is one of the many stressful things people are still dealing with, even four and a half years later.

New insulin drug promises to work better, last longer

A new insulin drug appears to be more effective, last longer and is easier to use and a clinical trial is being held in the New Orleans area.

Attorney: Suit expected after LSU seizes land for VA hospital

The expropriation of a key piece of property needed as part of the project to build the new Veteran’s hospital will likely lead to a lawsuit from the property's owner who feels he was not properly compensated for his land.

Neighborhood opposition slows expansion of Children's Hospital

Organizers of the "Save Audubon Park" campaign say there are close to 1000 yard signs across the Uptown neighborhood of New Orleans, expressing strong opposition to a move to expand Children's Hospital.

CPR critical when facing cardiac arrest

There is a high rate of diabetes, obesity, smoking and high blood pressure in this area, all health issues that lead to heart disease. So would you know how to save a life if a person went into cardiac arrest?

Medical Files, Pills Found In Abandoned St. Bernard Nursing Home

It is a building that senior citizens once called home, but neighbors say it is now a hazard.

Man drops 400 pounds with help from a special friend

A local man used the help of former Sheriff Harry Lee and the love of his wife to drop more than 400 pounds.

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Vitter wants investigation into deaths of toxic drywall homeowners

Sen. David Vitter is asking for an investigation into the deaths of 10 people that are allegedly linked to toxic drywall.

New treatment shows promise for advanced stage prostate cancer patients

A large international study has uncovered a new drug that appears to prolong the lives of men suffering from advanced stage prostate cancer and the new treatment could soon be on the market.