Entergy Louisiana has accelerated its usual tree-trimming across the state due to excessive heat and severe drought conditions. VP of Reliability Steven Benyard says one of the leading causes of power outages is vegetation coming in contact with powerlines.
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The FDA has approved updated COVID-19 booster shots to target the XBB 1.5 variant ahead of a potential winter uptick in infections. LSU Health New Orleans Infectious Disease specialist Dr. Fred Lopez…
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Lopez says if the CDC approves these updated COVID booster shots today, they could be available in pharmacies later this week.

We know music can affect one’s mood, but can it have the same effect on pets? Brooke Thorington has more from an artist in residence at LSU’s School of Veterinary Medicine.
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