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  • Is it heartburn or heart attack?
    January 07, 2026
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    If you've ever had chest pain, you may have wondered whether it was heartburn or a heart attack. Here's how to tell the difference between the two.
  • How many types of diabetes are there?
    January 06, 2026
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Learn more about diabetes, the different types, and the best treatments for each type.
  • Winter slips and trips: Quick care for sprains, strains and fractures
    January 05, 2026
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Learn practical ways to prevent winter slips and falls — from choosing proper footwear to de-icing walkways — so you can stay safe on snow and ice all season long.
  • Understanding your blood pressure numbers
    January 05, 2026
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Learn what your systolic and diastolic blood pressure numbers mean, what counts as normal or high and how to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.
  • Cold, flu, RSV: When fevers need a same-day visit
    January 05, 2026
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Learn when a fever from cold, flu or RSV needs a same-day doctor visit or ER trip. Know danger signs in babies, children and adults and when home care is enough.
  • 5 ways to jump-start heart health
    January 05, 2026
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Learn five simple ways to jump-start your heart health — eat smarter, manage stress, move more, track key numbers and cut back on smoking and alcohol at any age.
  • How a good night’s sleep benefits your digestion
    December 08, 2025
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Sleep and digestion aren’t often associated with one another, but research shows a link between getting a good night’s sleep and proper eating habits.
  • What science says about how to stick with your New Year’s resolutions
    December 08, 2025
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Most people have a difficult time keeping New Year’s resolutions. But starting with small, manageable goals can often set one up for success.
  • Why you’re suddenly allergic to everything
    December 08, 2025
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    Allergies that appear as people become adults are on the rise. They can be caused by changes in seasons, as well as environmental factors.
  • Gentle exercises for pregnancy back pain
    December 08, 2025
    Rapides Regional Medical Center
    More than 50 percent of women suffer from back pain during pregnancy. Here are some stretches and exercises you can use to find relief.