Louisiana is dealing with a property insurance crisis and a new statewide poll out of LSU reveals 17-percent of residents say they’ve had their homeowners insurance canceled within the past year…
cut 21 (09) “…the last year”
LSU’s Doctor Michael Henderson says the survey also found 63-percent of their insurance cost has increased significantly in just the past year.

A nationwide shortage of cancer drugs is forcing some physicians to either ration the chemotherapy drugs or try other medications. Dr. Amelia Jernigan with LSU Health New Orleans Gynecologic Oncology says they are substituting other meds when possible.
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The American Society of Clinical Oncology has told doctors to give the lowest recommended dose and the longest accepted interval between doses.

House-passed legislation that would result in a misdemeanor if you are within 25 feet of an officer as he or she performs their duties clears a Senate committee…
Cut 2 (31) “…I’m Kevin Gallagher.”

State issued driver’s licenses and ID cards could soon advertise the Crisis Lifeline that’s available for people who are struggling with mental health. Natchitoches Senator Louie Bernard’s bill would have the crisis lifeline 9-8-8 printed on the back of the card.
cut 14 (09) “…driver’s license”
The measure is heading to the House floor for final legislative passage.