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‘Northshore Healthbeat,’ a new STHS podcast, debuts
Monday, May 6, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has unveiled “Northshore Healthbeat,” a public affairs podcast dedicated to local healthcare issues and happenings, featuring interviews with local care providers, patients and community stakeholders.
Heart of a Tiger: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Friday, May 3, 2024
On the morning after Thanksgiving 2022, Covington native Jeff Schoen underwent an emergency heart procedure at St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital. It saved his life. It also changed it in ways he never imagined. That's the cover story in our latest issue of Heart to Heart.
'The sky is the limit' as cancer center partnership brings innovation to local patients
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center was built in 2021 in Covington as a partnership between St. Tammany Health System and Ochsner. In June 2023, a partnership between Ochsner and MD Anderson Cancer Center brought the world-renowned expertise of MD Anderson to the center.
70 for 70: Here comes the (population) boom
Friday, April 19, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024.
STHS salutes its legion of volunteers at 42nd annual luncheon
Friday, April 19, 2024
Just in time for National Volunteer Week (April 21-27, 2024) St. Tammany Health System on Wednesday celebrated the members of the St. Tammany Hospital Guild – and the decades of service they have provided to the health system – at its 42nd annual Volunteer Awards Banquet.
RECIPE | Pecans, chickpea pasta are stars of latest cooking demo
Monday, April 1, 2024
Chef Osman Rodas of Pardo's Restaurant in Mandeville recently shared his receipe for Pecan Pesto Chicken during Healthier Northshore's latest Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for April 2024
Thursday, March 28, 2024
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Easter Bunny pauses from pre-holiday preparations to visit cancer center
Friday, March 22, 2024
In what has become a springtime tradition, the Easter Bunny paid a visit Thursday afternoon (March 21) to patients and families at St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
70 for 70: Honor roll
Thursday, March 21, 2024
This article is part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 33: Honor roll.
70 for 70: ‘Our heart and soul’
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today, installment No. 32: ‘Our heart and soul.’
So you want to work at St. Tammany Health System …
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
The STHS Human Resources Department has scheduled a series of Career Discovery Sessions on tap for local residents interested in joining the STHS family.
STHS colleagues recognized for support of service members
Monday, March 4, 2024
The National Guard recently presented two health system colleagues with its Patriot Award, bestowed upon individuals who are especially supportive of team members who are also service members.
STHS Med Staff announces spring 2024 scholarship recipients
Friday, March 1, 2024
The St. Tammany Health System Medical Staff on Thursday announced the names of the two health system colleagues selected to receive its spring 2024 scholarships.
STHS Pharmacy at Braswell's marks grand re-opening
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Five months after acquiring Braswell’s pharmacy in Covington, St. Tammany Health System leaders made it official Thursday (Feb. 29, 2024), with a ribbon cutting and grand re-opening of the newly branded St. Tammany Health System Pharmacy at Braswell’s.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for March 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a Campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
STHS ranked among nation’s best in 10 areas, including patient safety
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Women’s Choice Award has once again ranked St. Tammany Health System among the Best Hospitals in America, placing it in the top 10% in 10 distinct specialty areas for 2024, including in the top 6% for patient safety.
Cancer Center’s therapeutic food pantry a community effort
Thursday, February 8, 2024
In place nearly four years, the therapeutic food pantry at St. Tammany Cancer Center is stocked through twice-weekly deliveries from the Food Bank, as well as through additional support from donors to St. Tammany Hospital Foundation.
70 for 70: Muses' shoeses
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Part of 70 for 70, a weekly series of history posts counting down to St. Tammany Health System’s 70th anniversary on Dec. 1, 2024. Today we offer installment No. 26: Muses’ shoeses.
STHS announces 2024 Mardi Gras hours
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
St. Tammany Health System has announced its hours of operation for Mardi Gras 2024 at its various clinics and other locations throughout the community.
Miracle on South Tyler Street: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Our visit with the first baby born at St. Tammany Parish Hospital is the cover story for the winter 2024 issue of Heart to Heart, which is packed with both information and inspiration as we continue our unceasing mission to increase access to quality healthcare for Northshore residents.
STHS unveils its 70th anniversary logo
Monday, January 15, 2024
Twelve months from now, on Dec. 1, St. Tammany Health System will mark the 70th anniversary of its flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital.
STQN Announces 2023 Fourth-Quarter Medical Director’s Award
Thursday, January 11, 2024
St. Tammany Quality Network (STQN) presented its fourth-quarter Medical Director’s award to three member physicians – Drs. Angela Buonagura, Jennifer Daly and Natalie Fitton – in recognition of their leadership in creating a center of excellence at the St. Tammany Health System Women’s Pavilion.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for January 2024
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Ruby's Kids conjures holiday magic for cancer center patients, families
Friday, December 8, 2023
On Wednesday, St. Tammany Cancer Center was ground zero for a holiday celebration featuring crafts, reindeer games and a visit from Santa, who brought with him gifts for the children of cancer center patients.
Parenting Center’s ‘Letters from Santa’ program returns for 2023
Thursday, November 16, 2023
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and the elves at St. Tammany Hospital Foundation and St. Tammany Health System’s Parenting Center are once again arranging for their pal Santa Claus to write personalized letters to local children.
Cancer Center patients get an early taste of Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The weather was damp and chilly but the mood was heartwarming as team members at St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center conducted their annual Thanksgiving food box giveaway to invited patients this week.
A salute to veterans: STHS’s Missing Man Memorial, explained
Friday, November 10, 2023
Saturday (Nov. 11) is Veterans Day, and St. Tammany Health System’s Spiritual Care team is marking the occasion with a “Missing Man Memorial” to honor those service members who haven’t come home.
Cordes Outpatient Pavilion sets Oct. 30 blood drive
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
The STHS Cordes Outpatient Pavilion will host a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday (Oct. 30). All successful donors will receive a shirt and a Mortuary ticket.
Braswell’s joins the STHS family: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Thursday, October 19, 2023
St. Tammany Health System's acquisition of Braswell's pharmacy is the cover story for the fall 2023 issue of Heart to Heart, which is packed with both information and inspiration as we continue our unceasing mission to increase access to quality healthcare for Northshore residents.
Time for flu shots; here’s where you can get yours
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Flu season is once more upon us, and to help keep our community protected, the St. Tammany Physicians Network offices in Covington, Folsom, Madisonville and Mandeville have scheduled upcoming flu clinics.
VIDEO | United in Pink campaign featured on WWL-TV
Friday, October 6, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s United in Pink campaign and its partnership with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office during breast cancer awareness month is making headlines.
United in Pink campaign is back, and it's bigger than ever
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
For the third consecutive year, St. Tammany Hospital Foundation’s United in Pink campaign is hitting the streets to raise awareness of the importance of breast screenings and to raise money for Northshore cancer care – but with a notable addition this year.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for October 2023
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Survivors Day: ‘They’re not just surviving. They’re thriving’
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Cancer patients and care providers celebrate the good fight on Survivors Day at St. Tammany Cancer Center -- A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
Salmon bowl recipe a nutritional powerhouse
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Chef Osman Rodas of Pardo's Restaurant in Mandeville leads Healthier Northshore's latest Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration.
Blood Center ups the ante for Oct. 3 drive at STHS
Monday, September 25, 2023
In addition to receiving the previously announced “Rocky Horror Picture Show”-inspired T-shirt, successful donors will also get a free VIP Fast Pass Admission to the Mortuary in New Orleans.
STHS again named among region's best workplaces
Thursday, September 21, 2023
For the second consecutive year, St. Tammany Health System has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness’ Best Places to Work in New Orleans.
St. Tammany Health System acquires Braswell’s pharmacy in Covington
Friday, September 15, 2023
St. Tammany Health System, the premier provider of healthcare in northern and western St. Tammany, has acquired the iconic Braswell’s community pharmacy in Covington, health system leadership has announced.
Newsweek names STPH one of America's Best Cancer Hospitals
Friday, August 11, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has been named to Newsweek’s inaugural listing of America’s Best Cancer Hospitals. It is the highest-ranking Louisiana hospital on the list.
‘World-class cancer care, close to home’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Friday, August 4, 2023
When we at St. Tammany Health System talk about delivering world-class healthcare close to home for our Northshore neighbors, it is not just some empty marketing slogan. It is both a promise and a guiding principle that undergirds everything we do. We think you will agree the latest issue of our quarterly Heart to Heart magazine speaks to that loudly and clearly.
For her, cancer fundraising isn’t just a job. It’s a calling.
Thursday, July 20, 2023
The new major gifts specialist at St. Tammany Hospital Foundation is a nonprofit veteran, having previously lent her passion – and her know-how – to Odyssey House, the American Diabetes Association and, most recently, the Al Copeland Foundation, where she served as director.
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation issues call for entries for Healing Arts exhibition
Thursday, July 20, 2023
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation has issued a call for entries for the next Rotating Gallery Series, part of its award-winning Healing Arts Initiative.
RECIPES: These healthy summertime tacos hit the spot
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
St. Tammany Cancer Center – A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center has scheduled the next of its regular cooking demonstrations, and this time it puts a healthful spin on a south-of-the-border favorite.
STHS announces July 4th holiday hours
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
With the July 4th holiday near at hand, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics.
Ochsner Health and MD Anderson Announce Partnership to Create Fully Integrated Cancer Program in Louisiana
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Ochsner Health and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today announced a partnership to create Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center in southeastern Louisiana. The fully integrated cancer program will include St. Tammany Cancer Center — A Campus of Ochsner Medical Center. Cancer patients in the region now have access to cancer treatments that are among the most advanced in the nation.
Feds change course, urge regular mammos for women 40+
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
In an effort to combat what is described as alarmingly high breast cancer diagnoses among certain populations, American women are being advised to begin regular mammograms at age 40, according to guidance released Tuesday (May 9, 2023) by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
St. Tammany again named Best Hospital by readers of Sophisticated Woman
Thursday, May 4, 2023
For the 18th year running, St. Tammany Health System has been named Best Hospital in West St. Tammany Parish by readers of Sophisticated Woman magazine. In addition, St. Tammany Health System’s Dr. Thomas Anzalone was named Best Anesthesiologist, and Dr. Ralph Millett was named Best Internist.
STHS earns 15th consecutive 'A' for patient safety
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
For the 15th grading period in a row, St. Tammany Health System has received an “A” grade for patient safety for spring 2023 from the Leapfrog Group, an independent healthcare watchdog organization. It is the only Louisiana health system with 15 consecutive A’s. The next closest has 10.
Meet Kevin Gardner, the man behind THE Gala
Friday, April 28, 2023
In the beginning, it was personal for Kevin Gardner. It still is, but the small cancer fundraiser he and business partner Mike Ford started almost a decade and a half ago to honor their mothers has grown to become much more.
'Cooking with Heart': Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Hungry? After seeing the cover of this issue, featuring Chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo in Covington, and reading the accompanying story and recipe on Page 9, we sure are.
STHS Women’s Pavilion unveils new leading-edge breast biopsy system
Monday, April 24, 2023
In an effort to increase procedural precision and efficiency while decreasing patient anxiety, St. Tammany Health System’s Women’s Pavilion recently introduced to the Northshore a Hologic prone stereotactic breast biopsy system, its newest piece of leading-edge hardware.
Guild donates $44,500 to support STHS's healing mission
Friday, April 21, 2023
Members of the all-volunteer St. Tammany Hospital Guild this week presented their annual gift to St. Tammany Hospital Foundation, this year in the amount of $44,500.
STHS celebrates, thanks its legion of volunteers
Thursday, April 20, 2023
To mark National Volunteer Week 2023, St. Tammany Health System leadership pulled out the stops to celebrate the legion of local residents serving as part of the all-volunteer St. Tammany Hospital Guild.
Prepare for the unexpected at free Advance Care Planning workshop
Thursday, April 13, 2023
On Tuesday (April 18, 2023), the health system will host a free, walk-in workshop at which attendees will learn the steps necessary to communicate and codify their medical preferences, including with regard to end-of-life decisions, should they be unable to voice their desires when the time arises.
Introducing the STHS Sunflower Award, honoring non-nursing colleagues
Monday, April 3, 2023
St. Tammany Health System introduces the Sunflower Award, honoring the work of non-nursing colleagues.
On the air: Transforming the Northshore into a healthcare hub
Friday, March 31, 2023
A little less than a year ago, local healthcare leaders were working hard to launch Northshore Healthscape, an initiative to shape the Northshore region into a true healthcare destination. Now, almost year into that project, where does Northshore Healthscape stand?
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for April 2023
Thursday, March 30, 2023
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
10 tips for eating well on a budget, from the STHS Parenting Center
Thursday, March 16, 2023
March is National Nutrition Month, and the experts at the St. Tammany Parenting Center are marking the occasion with a series of advice columns to help parents most effectively meet their children’s nutritional needs.
Nominations now open for Great 100 Nurses of 2023
Thursday, March 16, 2023
Nominations are now open for the Great 100 Nurses of Louisiana celebration for 2023.
Recipes: Cancer Center cooking demo gets its Irish on
Friday, March 10, 2023
With St. Patrick’s Day 2023 just a week away, the dietitians at St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, recently featured a pair of appropriately Irish-inspired recipes as part of their most recent cooking demonstration on March 10.
Applications being accepted for STHS 2023 Collegiate Shadowing Program
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
St. Tammany Health System’s Summer Collegiate Shadowing Program is now accepting applications for summer 2023. The application deadline is April 17.
For Dr. Farah Ali, palliative medicine is ‘a privilege and an honor’
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Dr. Farah Ali doesn't see her new posting as director of St. Tammany Health System's Palliative Care program as merely a job. It’s a calling.
Why St. Tammany Health System? Let us count the ways …
Friday, February 24, 2023
STHA AVP of Workforce Development Bronwyn Doyle visits The Lake 94.7-FM studios to talk about why STHS is the employer of choice for nurses on the Northshore.
You might be done with COVID, but STHS’s frontline caregivers aren’t
Friday, February 24, 2023
The health system leaders visited frontline caregivers on the COVID unit at its flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital on Monday to offer thanks -- and doughnuts.
Eat Well, Live Well: Chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo shares roasted chicken recipe
Friday, February 3, 2023
Chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo in Covington demonstrates how to cook roasted chicken thighs with a variety of fresh, roasted vegetables, all part of Healthier Northshore's Eat Well, Live Well cooking demonstration series.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for February 2023
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
‘The Heart of St. Tammany’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart
Monday, January 23, 2023
“We are the heartbeat of our community.” Those are the first words of our St. Tammany Health System mission statement, so it’s only fitting that the cover of our first 2023 issue of Heart to Heart magazine features an image of a heart.
St. Tammany Cancer Center reaccredited by Commission on Cancer
Friday, January 13, 2023
St. Tammany Health System, in collaboration with St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, has been re-accredited by the Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons. This voluntary re-accreditation, which requires adherence to 34 quality care standards, is valid for three years.
STHS Women's Pavilion recognized for patient experience
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
The St. Tammany Health System Women’s Pavilion has earned Press Ganey’s 2022 Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award, putting it in the top 5% of healthcare providers for patient experience in the past year.
Former NFL players, STHS team up for cancer benefit
Thursday, December 29, 2022
After teaming with St. Tammany Hospital Foundation last October for a celebrity waiter event benefiting St. Tammany Cancer Center, a team of former NFL players are already game-planning for a repeat event to coincide with this year’s NFL Draft in April.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for January 2023
Monday, December 19, 2022
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Cancer Center hosts annual Christmas food box distribution
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
In all, 90 local families wee expected to pass through over the course of the three-day event, which was sponsored by Winn-Dixie, St. Tammany Health Foundation, Northshore Food Bank and St. Joseph Abbey.
Cancer center, Ruby's Kids spread holiday cheer
Friday, December 9, 2022
Santa paid an early Christmas visit Wednesday (Dec. 7) to St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center – but instead of eight tiny reindeer, he came with one big train.
Crumbl Cookies goes pink in support of breast cancer awareness
Friday, October 14, 2022
On Friday (Oct. 14), local Crumbl Cookies franchise operator Kelsi Cahoon delivered 100 cookies to brighten the day of patients at the St. Tammany Health System Women’s Pavilion.
Magnolia Trace students join United in Pink movement
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Members of the Mandeville school’s K-Kids club – a Kiwanis offshoot aimed at nurturing leadership skills in youngsters – held a T-shirt sale recently that raised more than $550 to benefit St. Tammany Health System’s United in Pink breast cancer awareness campaign.
COVID, flu, RSV, monkeypox: What you need to know
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Even if you manage to avoid the viruses swirling throughout our community, the nonstop worry they generate is enough to make a person sick. But just how concerned should we be about each of these current health threats?
Inaugural cooking demo serves up ratatouille, St. Tammany-style
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Healthier Northshore, St. Tammany Health System team up with Chef Dave Salazzo of Del Porto Ristorante in Covington to launch Eat Well, Live Well series.
STHS named among best workplaces in New Orleans area
Friday, September 16, 2022
St. Tammany Health System has been named one of New Orleans CityBusiness’ Best Places to Work in New Orleans for 2022.
STHS, Healthier Northshore launch free cooking demonstration series
Monday, September 12, 2022
St. Tammany Health System, in partnership with Healthier Northshore, has announced “Eat Well, Live Well,” a series of free cooking demonstrations from local chefs designed to showcase healthy and delicious dishes incorporating locally grown produce.
(Re)United in Pink: STHS rallies community for breast cancer month
Friday, September 2, 2022
St. Tammany Health System teams with St. Tammany Hospital Foundation, sheriff, local businesses and others for monthlong campaign to run through October.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for September 2022
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
Free therapy offered for storm-weary Northshore residents
Monday, August 29, 2022
The Northshore Community Foundation, working with the St. Tammany Parish chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is offering free therapy to Northshore residents, who can connect with a licensed online therapist from anywhere, at any time, at no cost.
What do Willy Wonka and Northshore cancer care have in common?
Thursday, August 18, 2022
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation’s signature annual event, THE Gala, is about food, drinks, music and just having a good time. But that’s not all it’s about.
STHS Express Care clinic relocating today to 80 Gardenia Drive
Friday, August 5, 2022
St. Tammany Health System’s Express Care walk-in clinic will be closed today (Friday, Aug. 5, 2022) ahead of its reopening Saturday (Aug. 6) at the St. Tammany Physician’s Network Covington office at 80 Gardenia Drive, Suite B.
‘Riding High’: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine
Friday, July 22, 2022
See the latest edition of our quarterly magazine highlighting good news and updates from St. Tammany’s hometown hospital
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for July 2022
Thursday, June 30, 2022
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
How LDH's ‘Pink Letter Campaign’ could save your Medicaid
Monday, June 13, 2022
To help inform Louisiana residents of the changes – and, more importantly, to ensure they don’t lose coverage – LDH has launched a “Pink Letter Campaign,” a one-time, direct-to-member initiative that includes a pink-colored mailer sent to every Medicaid household.
Cancer Center celebrates Survivors Day 2022
Thursday, June 2, 2022
Thursday was Survivors Day at St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, a day of celebration, gratitude -- and free food.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for June 2022
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
STHS marks Memorial Day 2022 with tribute to veterans
Monday, May 30, 2022
In a show of respect and gratitude to the nation’s veterans, members of St. Tammany Health System’s Security Department and its Spiritual Care Team on Monday held a solemn flag ceremony in the cafeteria of the health system’s Covington hospital, where a Missing Man Memorial was also set up.
STHS invites community to free Stop the Bleed classes
Monday, May 30, 2022
The Stop the Bleed program is part of a national initiative to train members of the community to stabilize a wound until EMTs arrive.
Crawfish-themed blood drive set for June 3 at STHS
Monday, May 23, 2022
Set for next Friday, June 3, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., it’ll be held in the Mandeville/Covington conference room on the health system’s main hospital campus (1202 S. Tyler St., Covington).
12 good reasons to donate blood
Monday, May 16, 2022
Donating blood saves lives, simple as that. In fact, one whole blood donation can save as many as three lives. But that’s just one of myriad benefits blood donors get when they roll up their sleeve.
Critical blood shortage prompts call for local donations
Friday, May 13, 2022
The nationwide blood shortage afflicting U.S. hospitals and health systems since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact Northshore blood supplies, with Rh negative in particular short supply locally.
STHS cancer care champion Chryl Corizzo to retire
Friday, May 13, 2022
After 28 years at St. Tammany Health System, during which time she was central to the founding and subsequent growth of the health system’s cancer care program, Chryl Corizzo is retiring.
STHS monitoring contrast dye levels amid global shortage
Friday, May 13, 2022
With a global shortage of the contrast dye used in CT scans and other procedures impacting hospitals around the world, St. Tammany Health System is closely monitoring its inventory but at the moment is not cancelling or rescheduling any procedures that require the dye.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for May 2022
Monday, May 2, 2022
A rundown of classes and events on tap at St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, in May 2022.
Easter Bunny pays visit to cancer center
Friday, April 8, 2022
The Easter Bunny took a break from preparing for his big day to spread a little pre-holiday cheer this week to Northshore cancer patients and their families at St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
Cancer Society grant aids Northshore cancer patients
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Bolstering St. Tammany Health System’s ongoing efforts to remove barriers to quality care on the Northshore, the American Cancer Society has awarded St. Tammany Hospital Foundation a $10,000 grant to address transportation needs of local cancer patients.
Cancer Center unveils class schedule for April 2022
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
As part of its mission to treat the whole patient, St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center, hosts free monthly classes on a variety of topics – from meditation to tai chi to music therapy and more – for diagnosed cancer patients.
STHS adds ExcelsiusGPS to surgical robotics resources
Thursday, March 10, 2022
St. Tammany Health System has announced the purchase of ExcelsiusGPS®, adding to the robotic surgical technology at the health system’s main campus and elevating the level of neurosurgery expertise available close to home for Northshore residents.
Cancer Center re-introduces in-person support services, classes
Monday, February 28, 2022
With COVID-19 numbers on the decline on the Northshore, in-person support services – including yoga classes, meditation classes, music therapy and more – are returning in March 2022 to the new St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
He did it on a whim. It may have saved his life.
Thursday, February 3, 2022
February is National Cancer Prevention Awareness Month, and Al Templet’s story is a timely illustration of how skin cancer screenings save lives.
STHS is first in region to offer pioneering breast surgery technique
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Already established as the premiere location for comprehensive breast care on the Northshore, the St. Tammany Health System Women’s Pavilion in Covington has added to its services a pioneering new procedure designed to spare some breast cancer patients an unnecessary underarm surgery.
Just 6 months in, new cancer center transforming Northshore cancer care
Thursday, January 13, 2022
A joint venture of St. Tammany Health System and its partner Ochsner, it was envisioned as a one-stop-shop for cancer care. Even just six months in, it’s delivering on that promise.
Cancer Center patients get an early taste of Christmas
Thursday, December 23, 2021
On Wednesday, Dec. 15, employees of St. Tammany Health System and Ochsner Health System went into elf mode, distributing bundles of Christmas cheer to families of cancer patients, all donated by the nonprofit Ruby’s Kids.
On the air: Looking back at 2021 and forward to 2022
Friday, December 10, 2021
As we nudge nearer to the cusp of a new year, St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman recently visited The Lake 98.7 FM studios to look back at 2021 and ahead to 2022.
Cancer Center fills bellies, hearts at Thanksgiving food giveaway
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
In all, 80 boxes of food curated by the dietitians at St. Tammany Cancer Center in Covington – and 80 turkeys, of course – were distributed as part of a Thanksgiving good giveaway.
STHS announces 2021 holiday hours
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
With the holiday season upon us, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following changes in operating hours for its primary care and specialty clinics.
‘Cajun Christmas’ blood drive set for Dec. 1 at STHS
Monday, November 22, 2021
, St. Tammany Health System will host a blood drive on Dec. 1 in the Mandeville/Covington room of its Covington hospital campus (1202 S. Tyler St.) from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
United in Pink campaign raises more than $35K for cancer care
Friday, November 19, 2021
St. Tammany Health System’s inaugural United in Pink breast cancer awareness campaign is in the books, and health system leadership is, to put it mildly, tickled pink with the results.
On the air: Things just got easier for St. Tammany cancer patients
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
St. Tammany Health System’s Chryl Corizzo recently paid a visit to the Lake 94.7 FM studios to speak with host Charles Dowdy about what sets the new cancer center apart – and why local residents should be excited about it.
THE Gala 2021 raises a record $203,000 for cancer center
Friday, November 12, 2021
THE Gala 2021, St. Tammany Hospital Foundation’s signature annual fundraiser, is in the books – and it was, in a word, groovy.
Meet lung cancer’s worst enemy
Monday, November 1, 2021
Low-dose CT scans are a quick, easy and affordable procedure that can detect lung cancer early and, as a result, give patients a better chance of beating it.
A thankful heart: Read the latest issue of Heart to Heart magazine
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
This year, with COVID-19 numbers in retreat, the arrival of fall feels as refreshing as ever. So, you might notice a hint of optimism in the fall 2021 edition of Heart to Heart, St. Tammany Health System’s quarterly magazine. If you do, now you know why – and we’re not sorry about it one bit.
How COVID-19 changed one vaccine skeptic’s mind
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Still feeling the effects of COVID-19 more than three months after first contracting it, STHS Patient Navigation Resource Coordinator Rebecca Currie changed her mind about vaccines – and she hopes her story helps other skeptics change theirs.
United in Pink: Here’s where you can find the mammo bus this week
Monday, October 11, 2021
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is officially underway, and as part of its community-wide United in Pink campaign, St. Tammany Health System has scheduled a number of screening events throughout the month.
Local businesses offering United in Pink specials through October
Friday, October 8, 2021
As part of St. Tammany Hospital Foundation’s monthlong United in Pink campaign, a number of local restaurants and other businesses are offering specials to help fund Northshore cancer care.
Would you like champagne with that mammogram?
Thursday, October 7, 2021
In recognition of National Mammography Day on Friday, Oct. 15, St. Tammany Health System’s Women’s Pavilion has scheduled a “Ladies Night Out” event that will include free food and champagne cocktails along with raffles, door prizes, educational vendors, pop-up shop vendors and more.
United in Pink: Here’s this week’s mammo bus schedule
Monday, October 4, 2021
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is officially underway, and as part of its community-wide United in Pink campaign, St. Tammany Health System has scheduled a number of screening events throughout the month featuring its Be Well Bus.
‘United in Pink’ campaign to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Monday, September 27, 2021
In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, St. Tammany Hospital Foundation is rallying local organizations and businesses for its newly unveiled “United in Pink” initiative, a community-wide, multi-faceted effort to raise awareness and money to fuel the local fight against breast cancer.
Pfizer’s COVID vaccine wins FDA’s full approval
Monday, August 23, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday morning gave its full approval to Pfizer|BioNTech’s two-shot COVID-19 vaccine, a regulatory move health experts hope will mark a turning point in the pandemic.
VIDEO | Welcome to St. Tammany Health System
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
At St. Tammany Health System, we’ve been caring for our Northshore neighbors since our founding in December 1954 as St. Tammany Parish Hospital. A lot has changed in that time, and we’re proud of the technologically advanced regional medical center we’ve grown to become. Join us for a video tour of our Covington hospital – and we look forward to caring for your family’s healthcare needs for years to come.
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s … a canned-goods butterfly?
Monday, July 19, 2021
Engineering, art and empathy collided recently in the lobby of St. Tammany Health System’s Covington hospital, with the result being a 6-foot 2-inch butterfly sculpture made entirely out of nonperishable canned goods.
U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise visits STHS, applauds frontline COVID workers
Friday, July 16, 2021
U.S. Representative and House Minority Whip Steve Scalise toured St. Tammany Health System’s Covington hospital on Friday (July 16, 2021), making a point to visit with and acknowledge the work of its front-line COVID team and vowing to put his legislative weight behind the health system’s community outreach initiatives.
Northshore artists leave mark on new cancer center
Thursday, June 24, 2021
$50 million facility adorned with a gallery's worth of artworks.
New St. Tammany Cancer Center opens, ushers in ‘a new day for cancer care’
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
The three-story, 75,000-square-foot facility at the intersection of Interstate 12 and Highway 21 is being characterized as a game-changer for cancer treatment on the Northshore.
On the air: A sneak preview of the new St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical
Friday, June 4, 2021
This Saturday (June 6) is National Cancer Survivors Day. Fittingly, St. Tammany Health System and its partners at Ochsner will cut the ribbon the very next day on the new St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical, at the intersection of Interstate 12 and Highway 21 in Covington.
A special thank you for National Nurses Week 2021
Monday, May 10, 2021
With National Nurses Week continuing through Wednesday (May 12), we at STHS want to thank our nurses for their daily displays of dedication, professionalism and compassion.
Foundation’s newest face to focus on cancer fundraising
Friday, April 30, 2021
As St. Tammany Health System and Ochsner Health prepare to unveil their all-new cancer center this summer just south of Covington, St. Tammany Hospital Foundation has hired a major gift fundraiser to help further bolster STHS’s cancer programs.
STHS ranked among Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience
Monday, April 26, 2021
Women’s Choice Award has once again ranked St. Tammany Health System among its list of Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience in its size category, medium hospitals and health systems.
STH Foundation lands transportation grant for cancer patients
Friday, April 16, 2021
St. Tammany Hospital Foundation this month landed a $20,000 transportation grant from the American Cancer Society to address needs of patients at St. Tammany Cancer Center, a campus of Ochsner Medical Center.
Administrator of new St. Tammany Cancer Center announced
Friday, April 16, 2021
With pending launch of their new St. Tammany Cancer Center, partners St. Tammany Health System and Ochsner Health announced selection of Jack Khashou as administrator.
STHS cuts ribbon on new four-story patient tower
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
St. Tammany Health System leaders cut the ribbon Tuesday (April 13) on one of the biggest expansions in the organization’s 67-year history, a four-story, $56 million new patient tower blending state-of-the-art medical technology with the health system’s long-standing Healing Arts philosophy.
An Easter milestone: COVID count hits zero at STHS
Monday, April 5, 2021
Easter was a particularly joyous day at St. Tammany Health System this year. On Sunday morning (April 4), for the first time in 13 months, the health system had zero patients in COVID care at its Covington hospital.
Community vaccination event set for Covington
Monday, March 29, 2021
The state Office of Public Health is teaming with the Louisiana National Guard for a a drive -through COVID-19 community vaccination event Tuesday, March 30.
Mass COVID vaccination event set for Wednesday in Mandeville
Monday, March 29, 2021
COVID vaccine appointments are now available for a mass vaccination event to be held this Wednesday (March 31) at the Castine Center in Mandeville .
COVID vaccine eligibility expanded again
Thursday, March 18, 2021
New group includes restaurant workers, grocery store workers, construction workers and a litany of others in occupations deemed “essential,” regardless of a patient’s underlying health conditions,.
St. Tammany Health System adjusts visitation policy
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
With COVID-19 infection rates in St. Tammany Parish on the decline, and as vaccinations become available to more residents, St. Tammany Health System has adjusted its visitor policy, effective March 17, 2021.
A look back on the year of COVID – and a look forward
Friday, March 12, 2021
While the past year of COVID-19 has been defined by tragedy, it's also worth reflecting on the many small victories along the way.
St. Tammany Health System renews breast center accreditation
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a quality program administered by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has once again granted accredited status to St. Tammany Health System, the only Northshore facility to achieve such recognition and one of only five statewide.
State expands COVID vaccine eligibility to 16+ with qualifying conditions
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
A year to the day after the Louisiana’s first confirmed case of COVID-19, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Tuesday (March 9) that the state is expanding vaccine eligibility effective immediately.
STHS to offer J&J's one-dose COVID vaccine in Mandeville, Madisonville and Folsom
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has confirmed delivery of 1,000 doses of the newly approved, single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, which will be distributed Thursday and Friday (March 4 and 5) to patients meeting state vaccine eligibility criteria at its St. Tammany Physicians Network clinics in Mandeville, Madisonville and Folsom.
As COVID restrictions loosen, health experts urge caution
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
With COVID-19 infection rates heading in the right direction statewide, and a third vaccine getting federal approval this week, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards said he will sign an order loosening restrictions and moving the state to Phase 3 of its reopening plan effective Wednesday (March 4).
STHS's newest clinic raises the bar on breast care
Friday, February 26, 2021
It’s among the first questions out of the mouth of anyone diagnosed with breast cancer: So, what now? For residents of the Northshore, the answer is easier than ever: STHS’s new Breast Disease and High-Risk Clinic.
Pop-up COVID vaccine clinics coming to Mandeville, Madisonville
Friday, February 26, 2021
With the flow of COVID-19 vaccine ramping up, St. Tammany Health System has scheduled one-day pop-up vaccine clinics for its primary care clinics in Madisonville and Mandeville.
Teachers, others now eligible for COVID vaccine
Monday, February 22, 2021
St. Tammany Health System has expanded its COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to include several new groups.
STHS announces Mardi Gras 2021 hours
Friday, February 12, 2021
With the exception of its Emergency Departments and its Express Care walk-in clinic, all St. Tammany Health System facilities will be closed Feb. 16 in recognition of Mardi Gras 2021.
Krewe of Muses brings Mardi Gras spirit to STHS
Friday, February 12, 2021
There won’t be any Mardi Gras parades this year, thanks to COVID-19, but members of one New Orleans superkrewe are making sure the healthcare heroes at St. Tammany Health System get at least a taste of Carnival anyway.
Pop-up COVID vaccine clinic coming to Folsom
Thursday, February 11, 2021
STHS has scheduled a pop-up COVID vaccine clinic for Saturday, Feb. 20, at its clinic at 82525 Highway 25.
Mardi Gras likely to bring COVID surge, data suggests
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
There won’t be any parades this Mardi Gras, but those who insist on attending mass gatherings on Fat Tuesday can plan on catching something anyway. It just won’t be limited to beads and doubloons.
COVID vaccine eligibility lowered to 65, state announces
Friday, February 5, 2021
Louisiana will expand eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines on Monday (Feb. 8), lowering the minimum age from 70 to 65 and adding all first responders, not just those providing healthcare and vaccinations.
A New Hope: Read the latest edition of Heart to Heart
Monday, January 25, 2021
As bad as 2020 was, the new year dawns with no shortage of hope. That’s the theme of the January 2021 edition of Heart to Heart, St. Tammany Health System’s quarterly magazine.
Dreams do come true. Just ask Dr. Angela Buonagura
Monday, January 25, 2021
This month, Dr. Buonagura rejoined the STHS family -- and nobody’s happier about that than she is.
Can I get the vaccine yet or can’t I? Here’s your answer.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine yet, or do I still have to wait? That seemingly simple question is creating no small amount of confusion.
Breast disease specialist Dr. Angela Buonagura rejoins STHS
Monday, January 18, 2021
Dr. Angela Buonagura, a surgeon specializing in breast health, has rejoined St. Tammany Health System.
STHS is now hiring healthcare heroes
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
To help fill a number of new and open positions, STHS has scheduled an open house to be hosted by Chief Nursing Officer Kerry Milton and other members of our dynamic nursing leadership team from 4 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 2.
Governor extends coronavirus restrictions until Feb. 10
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
The extension will maintain 50% occupancy limits for most businesses. Additionally, bars can open to indoor service at 25% capacity but only if their parish has seen two straight weeks of 5% or less positivity.
STHS expands COVID vaccine eligibility to those 70 and over
Monday, January 11, 2021
St. Tammany Health System on Monday (Jan. 11) announced the expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to include members of the community who are 70 years or older, as well as local community physicians, their employees and other health professionals.
List of local pharmacies offering COVID vaccines released
Monday, January 4, 2021
The Louisiana Department of Health on Monday morning (Jan. 4, 2021) announced the list of 107 pharmacies across the state now administering the COVID-19 vaccine to members of the public who meet certain requirements.
STHS publishes 2020 holiday hours
Thursday, December 24, 2020
For the convenience of our patients and community as the holiday season arrives, below find St. Tammany Health System’s 2020 holidays hours below, from Thanksgiving through Jan. 1.
Governor extends Phase 2 coronavirus restrictions
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
With coronavirus infections still raging statewide, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Tuesday (Dec. 22) that Louisiana will remain under Phase 2 of its COVID-19 restrictions for at least another three weeks, until Jan. 13.
COVID-19 vaccine myths, debunked
Monday, December 21, 2020
With shipments of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine beginning Sunday (Dec. 20), just a week after Pfizer-BioNTech’s began distribution, the coronavirus news has been coming fast and furious – but so have the COVID vaccine myths.
For Dr. Marcus Wallace, getting the COVID vaccine is ‘a no-brainer’
Friday, December 18, 2020
“I’ve heard words like ‘game-changer’ when people talk about the vaccine. My word is ‘no-brainer,’” Wallace said after getting his shot. “Everybody should get it.
STHS administers its first COVID-19 vaccines
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
As part of the continued federal deployment of the groundbreaking Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, St. Tammany Health System infectious disease specialist Dr. Mike Hill became the health system’s first staff member to receive the vaccine at 10 a.m. Wednesday morning (Dec. 16).
St. Tammany Health System named a Top Teaching Hospital nationally
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, St. Tammany Health System’s Covington hospital was named a Top Teaching Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group in an announcement released Tuesday (Dec. 8).
Women’s Choice Award again recognizes STHS as among America’s Best for patient safety, cancer care and more
Monday, December 7, 2020
Women’s Choice Award has once again named St. Tammany Health System among America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety, as well as in a variety of other areas for 2021 including cancer care, heart care, obstetrics, orthopedics and minimally invasive surgery.
The future of COVID: Vaccines are coming, but then what?
Thursday, December 3, 2020
As the saying goes, it’s always darkest before the dawn – but there’s a glimmer of light not too far in the distance regarding COVID.
Northshore hospitals team for #MaskUp campaign
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Northshore hospital leaders are coming together to urge residents to mask up in response to the recent local surge in COVID-19 cases.
St. Tammany Health System CEO Joan Coffman gives thanks in Healthcare Journal of New Orleans Q-and-A
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
We all know that 2020 has been a difficult year, particularly for healthcare workers. But, as St. Tammany Health System President and CEO Joan Coffman points out in the December 2020 issue of the Healthcare Journal of New Orleans, there are, indeed, plenty of reason to be thankful.
Chest pain? Here’s what you should do
Friday, October 9, 2020
Ever since March, when it first reared its head locally, COVID-19 – and how to avoid catching it – has dominated the thoughts of nearly everyone everywhere every day. In many cases, though, that’s been to the detriment of their health from a non-COVID standpoint.
Chest pain? Here’s what you should do
Friday, October 9, 2020
Ever since March, when it first reared its head locally, COVID-19 – and how to avoid catching it – has dominated the thoughts of nearly everyone everywhere every day. In many cases, though, that’s been to the detriment of their health from a non-COVID standpoint.
STQN announces 2020 Q3 Medical Director’s Award
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
St. Tammany Quality Network presented its third-quarter 2020 Medical Director’s Award to Dr. David Toups for his leadership and tireless work in developing processes that improve patient throughput and enhance the patient experience in St. Tammany Health System’s Emergency Department.
Northshore cancer care to expand with new facility rising south of Covington
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
This winter, leaders at St. Tammany Health System expect to cut the ribbon on the 160,000-square-foot patient tower that’s been under construction since late 2018 on its main Covington hospital campus.
Northshore cancer care to expand with new facility rising south of Covington
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
This winter, leaders at St. Tammany Health System expect to cut the ribbon on the 160,000-square-foot patient tower that’s been under construction since late 2018 on its main Covington hospital campus.
Four STHS Security officers promoted to sergeant
Friday, September 11, 2020
When the sun rose Friday, they were rank-and-file security officers. By the time they left for the day, however, Anthony Fortier, David Reed, Tirrell Washington and Eric Wiggins of the St. Tammany Health System Security Department all had new titles – and new stripes on their uniform shirts.
Visitation policy revised amid COVID-19 surge
Friday, September 11, 2020
Amid a continued spike of COVID-19 cases in our community and in our hospital, St. Tammany Health System is limiting visitation to one adult caregiver (18 years or older) per patient per day.
A GPS system for your prostate? STHS has that. (Kind of.)
Friday, September 11, 2020
Doctors at St. Tammany Health System recently unveiled the organization’s new UroNav system, a high-tech blending of MRI imagery with ultrasound-guided images to aid doctors as they biopsy a patient’s prostate, helping them more efficiently detect possible cancer earlier.
Louisiana to ease COVID restrictions, governor announces
Friday, September 11, 2020
Despite concerns over the volume of Labor Day gatherings across the state amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards said Thursday that shrinking case counts warrant the further loosening of state-mandated restrictions. And so, effective Friday (Sept. 11), Louisiana will transition from Phase 2 to Phase 3 of its reopening, he said.
Meet Dr. Catherine Pechon, Madisonville’s newest family physician
Friday, September 11, 2020
Board-certified in family medicine and with interests in preventative healthcare and wellness, women’s health, and weight management, Dr. Catherine Pechon in July joined St. Tammany Health System’s new family medicine practice in Madisonville, at 1520 Highway 22.
Louisiana to ease COVID restrictions, governor announces
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Despite concerns over the volume of Labor Day gatherings across the state amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards said Thursday that shrinking case counts warrant the further loosening of state-mandated restrictions. And so, effective Friday (Sept. 11), Louisiana will transition from Phase 2 to Phase 3 of its reopening, he said.
A GPS system for your prostate? STHS has that. (Kind of.)
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Doctors at St. Tammany Health System recently unveiled the organization’s new UroNav system, a high-tech blending of MRI imagery with ultrasound-guided images to aid doctors as they biopsy a patient’s prostate, helping them more efficiently detect possible cancer earlier.
Meet Dr. Catherine Pechon, Madisonville’s newest family physician
Monday, August 3, 2020
Board-certified in family medicine and with interests in preventative healthcare and wellness, women’s health, and weight management, Pechon in July joined St. Tammany Health System’s new family medicine practice in Madisonville, at 1520 Highway 22.
Visitation policy revised amid COVID-19 surge
Monday, August 3, 2020
Amid a continued spike of COVID-19 cases in our community and in our hospital, St. Tammany Health System is limiting visitation to one adult caregiver (18 years or older) per patient per day.
Four STHS Security officers promoted to sergeant
Friday, July 31, 2020
When the sun rose Friday, they were rank-and-file security officers. By the time they left for the day, however, Anthony Fortier, David Reed, Tirrell Washington and Eric Wiggins of the St. Tammany Health System Security Department all had new titles – and new stripes on their uniform shirts.
Do hot or cold temperatures affect COVID-19 coronavirus?
Thursday, March 26, 2020
A closer look at the virus behind the pandemic.