Happy birthday, Touro! 🎉 We're celebrating 172 years of providing extraordinary care to many generations of our community. #BornToCare
When is radiation necessary when treating colorectal cancer? Dr. Jill Vincent, Touro Radiation Oncologist, talks us through radiation treatment for tumors. #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
Women face diverse and unique health concerns across their lifespans, which may affect their overall health and wellness. Knowing the diseases and conditions among women's top health risks is essential, but effectively managing other matters that affect daily health is also crucial to enjoying a healthy lifestyle. Touro OB/GYN, Dr. Vibha Rao, discusses women's health screenings you should receive. #BornToCare
Each year, more than 13,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States. In most cases, cervical cancer can be prevented through early detection and treatment of abnormal cell changes. Touro OB/GYN, Dr. Vibha Rao discusses cervical health and prevention and steps to help eliminate cervical cancer.
It's #GivingTuesday! If you're looking for an incredible cause to support, please consider the Touro Fund. The Touro Fund allows us the opportunity to support the hospital in numerous ways by funding programs and initiatives that care for the patients in our community. Give now: https://bit.ly/3Ns4ywO
Breastfeeding Support on WVUE
Happy Breastfeeding Awareness Month! Breastfeeding can be challenging especially in the early weeks. It's important for breastfeeding moms and babies to have the support they need throughout their breastfeeding journey. Touro Lactation Consultant, Kimberly Benedict, discusses with WVUE overcoming breastfeeding challenges, Touro's lactation support, and community resources available to moms and babies.
The Importance of Breastfeeding
It's Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Breastfeeding offers several healthy benefits for mom and baby. Touro Lactation Consultant, Kimberly Benedict, RN, discussed the extensive breastfeeding services and resources Touro provides with WVUE. #BornToCare
Maternal-Child Health Programs at Touro
Did you know New Orleans' mortality rate is the highest in the U.S.? This week, Touro launched two programs, Baby2Baby and Family Connects, that will help improve maternal-child health in our community. Touro’s Senior Director of Women’s Health Services, Andrea Patton spoke with WVUE about how these initiatives will help reduce the disparities and inequities that persist in maternal and child health indicators. #BornToCare
Touro 100 yrs - Jamsine
"New moms should consider being a part of the Touro family. They make you feel like you're at come. You're catered to and spoiled. They make sure you have everything you need." - Jasmine, Touro mom and employee
Touro 100 yrs Danica
"I'm proud to have a Touro baby! It's amazing! 100 years is a long time to have healthy babies. What other hospital has 100 years of birthing babies?" - Danica, Touro mom
Our centennial celebration was a lot of fun! Many families took time to tell us their Touro stories. Our VP of Operations and Touro dad, Greg Barker, brought his family including two kids born at Touro to the celebration. #Touro100 #WhereBabiesComeFrom
