Opelousas General Health System

After some much needed rest, we are thrilled to share the family who welcomed the first OGHS baby of 2025! 👶 Meet Harmony, Treivon, and baby Zara! Born on Wednesday, January 1st at 5:39pm, baby Zara was welcomed into the world by obstetrician Dr. Thomas Jarnagin and passed her health check by Pediatrician, Dr. Carmen Johnson. Zara weighed 6lbs 1.9oz and measured at 18in. Zara shares her aunt's birthday, making it the most special New Year's Day. The family also received a gift basket full of necessities to care for baby Zara. Congratulations to Harmony, Treivon, and Zara! 🎉

Save the Date! The next LifeShare Blood Drive will be held at OGHS main and south campus on Thursday, January 23rd. 💉 Did you know that it is #NationalBloodDonorMonth? Give the gift of life in 2025! See graphic for additional event details.

As we patiently await the arrival of the first OGHS baby of 2025, we had some new arrivals who could not wait to ring in the new year with us! They stepped into this new year in style. 🎉 🙌 Congratulations to the newest parents of these bundles of joy. Happy birthday, NYE babies! 👶

Annual doctors' visits play a large role in maintaining your health and wellness. Scheduling your annual appointments can help you to achieve health milestones. Make it your mission to partner with your primary care provider for better health outcomes in 2025! Looking for a primary care provider? Visit https://lnkd.in/d4gW6kw2 to make a same or next day appointment!

New Year's resolutions begin soon, but it's never too late to change your dieting and eating habits! Here are a few simple, sustainable tips from our nutritionists' Kelly, Lauren, and Paula. 🌟 🥘 - Cook at home instead of eating out: preparing food at home gives you more control over food quality, portion sizes and can help ensure you reach your goals for a healthy diet. 🥜 - Trade in croutons for nuts: replacing refined carbohydrate foods like croutons, chips and refined grain crackers with nutrient-rich nuts or seeds is a great way to get a boost of healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. 🚶 - Try a walk instead of a snack: we eat for many reasons besides hunger including being bored, tired or stressed. Activity can boost energy, alleviate boredom and reduce stress (it's also good for mental and physical health).

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2025 will be a year of progress and improvements for OGHS! 👷 Our new Cysto room is officially under construction. The new equipment will increase operational safety for our surgical staff, which in turn will result in safer surgeries for our patients. Our patient safety is always in mind, and we can't wait to show off the finished product. 🌟

OGHS is hiring an experienced floor tech to join our skilled team! To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/eqTUrJXr

One of the most common south Louisiana New Year's traditions is eating black eyed peas and cabbage. These two foods have been served as symbols of the upcoming year for generations of Cajuns and Creoles. 🍲 - Black eyes peas symbolize health for the new year. - Cabbage symbolizes wealth, money, and prosperity. What are you eating for this New Year? Tell us your favorite New Year's tradition in the comments below!

Celebrating early? We've got you covered. Happy (almost) New Year's Eve/Day! In order to ensure a fun and accident free celebration, follow these firework safety tips to enjoy your holiday. 🎆 🎇 Never allow young children to handle fireworks. 🎇 Only light one firework at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting. 🎇 Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Have a safe and New Year's Eve/Day!