Baton Rouge is buzzing with faith-based events in the coming weeks. First up, St. James Baptist Church is throwing a big party. They're celebrating their pastor, Rev. J. L. Franklin, and his wife, Lisa, on February 1st. The service kicks off at 8 a. m. , and everyone's invited. After the service, th
Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect others, but their protective gear might be putting their health at risk. Recent research has uncovered that some firefighter turnout gear contains chemicals linked to cancer and hormone problems. The study focused on brominated flame retardants, w
Baton Rouge is buzzing with religious events this December. The Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church is kicking things off with their annual Religious Liberty Day on December 6th. This gathering is all about championing religious freedom, human rights, and community involvement. The church's Public A
Baton Rouge is buzzing with community spirit and faith-based events. Let's dive in. First up, a big thank you to Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. They're teaming up with some local health groups and the food bank to give away Thanksgiving meal kits. This isn't just about food; it's about bringi
Baton Rouge just got a new road that makes life easier for everyone. It's called BRG Way, and it's right by the Baton Rouge General Hospital. This isn't just any road. It's a smart way to connect the hospital and nearby shops. Plus, it's safer for people walking around. The city officials cut the r
Firefighters are known for their strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork. Yet, the overall health culture within their organizations is often overlooked. A recent study set out to change that by creating a tool to measure this aspect of firefighter life. The tool, with 34 questions, was designed to
Professional soccer players often face a tough decision after an ACL injury. They can either rush back to the field in less than six months or take the standard 7 to 9 months to recover. The latter is usually recommended, but it is based on data from non-professional athletes. So, what happens when
Professional cyclists push their bodies to the limit during intense training sessions. These sessions involve a variety of tests, including sprints, torque, and critical power (CP) assessments. The goal is to understand how different factors affect a cyclist's performance. These tests were conducted
Professional baseball is a sport that demands a lot from its players, especially pitchers. Their arms take a beating, and one of the most common injuries is a torn medial ulnar collateral ligament (MUCL). This ligament is crucial for stabilizing the elbow during the throwing motion. When it tears, p
Professional rugby players often travel long distances for games. This travel can mess with their sleep patterns. Scientists wanted to see how travel and games affect the sleep of these athletes. They used special equipment to monitor the sleep of twenty professional rugby players. The players were
