Acadian Ambulance is honoring its 2024 Paramedic of the Year, Savannah Welch, and EMT of the Year, Samantha Blackwell on May 7 in the Cajundome in Lafayette, La.
Welch and Blackwell were selected for the top company honors from a field of 32 paramedics and EMTs representing Acadian Ambulance’s four-state service area, as well as its Acadian Air Med and Safety Management Systems divisions.
Woman’s Hospital announced that Governor Jeff Landry issued a proclamation declaring May 1 as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day in Louisiana.
The Gerontology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (Gero at FranU) announced its new partnership with the Age-Friendly University Global Network. This affiliation marks a significant milestone in the University’s ongoing commitment to promoting healthy aging and creating an inclusive environment for individuals of all ages within the academic community.
Local healthcare stakeholders are set to host the third annual “Listen & Learn About the Opioid Epidemic” on April 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Main Library at 7711 Goodwood Boulevard. This free event serves as an open discussion forum for the community to discuss the local opioid epidemic, hear personal stories and experiences, and get connected to resources.
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS) announced the publication of its second Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Impact Report. This comprehensive report highlights the tangible outcomes of the organization's commitment to fostering a culture of belonging and equity.
