Report: Louisiana ranked No. 12 for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023
Louisiana ranked No. 12 in the country for per-capita credit card fraud reports in 2023.
78 Louisiana hospitals participate in federal 340B Drug Pricing Program
Louisiana has 78 hospitals in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Louisiana sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2023
The third quarter of 2023 brought in $1 billion in individual income tax revenue for Louisiana, a 28.6% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
- Louisiana collects $2.2 billion in sales and gross receipt tax revenue in Q3 2023
- 4 basketball players from Louisiana to play in NCAA women’s tournament
- Louisiana has 17 basketball players on the court in this year’s men’s NCAA March Madness tournament
- Louisiana ranked fifth lowest in the U.S. for average income in 2021
- Which type of Louisiana companies were inspected the most by the FDA in February?
FDA Inspection: What type of Louisiana companies were under most scrutiny during February?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Louisiana in February.
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New Orleans doctor: Balloon sinuplasty procedures ‘dramatically improves a patient's quality of life’
Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that can help address chronic sinusitis, a condition that can become more debilitating the longer it goes untreated. Many ear, nose, and throat doctors (ENTs) recommend balloon sinuplasty, including Dr. Gregory Pippin of the ENT & Allergy of New Orleans.
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Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture signs letter to major US banks condemning impact of 2050 climate goals
Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain (R) joined eleven other state agricultural commissioners in signing a letter to six of the largest banks in the country in protest of their climate guidelines which would restrict and harm agricultural businesses and farmers.
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Louisiana Attorney General signs letter to Biden, Mayorkas ‘supporting Texas’s efforts to secure the border’
Attorney General of Louisiana Liz Murrill (R) joined more than two dozen state attorneys general in signing a letter to President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Security Aljandro Mayorkas in support of “Governor Abbott’s efforts to secure our border.”
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New Orleans doctor: ‘The chronic use of antibiotics can be detrimental’
Antibiotics are frequently prescribed to address sinusitis, but excessive usage may pose significant risks to a patient's well-being. Dr. Adil Fatakia of ENT & Allergy of New Orleans said antibiotic resistance can limit the treatment of patients.
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New Orleans' Dr. Gregory Pippin: 'Chronic sinus headaches typically will present with facial pressure in the central face'
If you're grappling with headaches, they could be stemming from sinus congestion. Dr. Gregory Pippin of ENT & Allergy of New Orleans said sinus headaches can occur in various areas, depending on which sinuses are affected.
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New Orleans doctor says studies have shown balloon sinuplasty 'dramatically improves quality of life'
One strategy for cutting costs before the end of the year is to make the most of your health insurance if you've met your deductible. Many sinusitis sufferers have the opportunity to treat their issues at a lower cost during this time, and Dr. Gregory Pippin of ENT & Allergy of New Orleans said most patients who struggle with sinus issues could benefit from a balloon sinuplasty procedure.
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New Orleans doctor on chronic sinusitis: 'it's going to cause fatigue'
Halloween is right around the corner, and for some, it can involve mingling with groups of people, which can be an extra risk for sinusitis sufferers. Dr. Gregory Pippin of ENT & Allergy of New Orleans said chronic sinus infections can lead to chronic fatigue.
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Analysis: Louisiana ranked #22 for gun sales in 2022
Louisiana ranked #22 for guns sales in 2022, with an estimated 330,218 guns sold, according to federal data compiled in a new report by SafeHome.org.
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ACRU’s West: Louisiana policy on affirmative action 'systematically racist'
Louisiana's policy of allowing affirmative action in areas such as public education and public employment reflects a philosophy that's "systematically racist," the executive director of the American Constitutional Rights Union (ACRU) said.
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Rep. Scalise votes to strike down Biden administration’s ‘pistol-brace rule’
Republican Rep. Steve Scalise voted for a resolution last week to repeal a new Biden administration rule that critics say is “unconstitutional” and “onerous” in the way it regulates the ownership of stabilizing pistol braces.
