A study finds only 49-percent of obese Americans say they are trying to lose weight, down from 55-percent….
voicer 2 (30) “….I’m Emelie Gunn”

Louisiana has sent President Trump five coastal protection projects that they hope he will use his executive authority to make happen as soon as possible….
cut 14 (10) “…these projects”
That’s Johnny Bradberry, executive director of the Coastal Restoration and Protection Authority.

The Louisiana Oil and Gas Association annual conference is taking place in Lake Charles and there’s hope the industry is starting to rebound after a two year recession. LOGA Vice President Gifford Briggs says with a new President and prices rebounding, it’s time for energy companies to start making investments…
cut 5 (11) “…those investments”
Briggs says Exxon’s recent announcement of 20-billion dollar investment along the Gulf Coast is a good sign.

According to the C-D-C, 83 out of every 100-thousand babies are born with congenital syphillis in Louisiana, which is higher than the nationwide rate. Doctor DeAnn Gruber, with the state office of public health, says in 2014 the legislature passed a law that requires women to get tested for diseases throughout their pregnancies…
cut 8 (12) “…that’s needed”
Newborns with C-S could have rashes, an enlarged liver or spleet or deformed bones.