The state health department has issued an alert after recording nine cases of severe lung disease from vaping. Those affected in Louisiana ranged from ages 20 to 33. Health officials aren’t sure what is causing the respiratory problems, but assistant state health officer, Doctor Joseph Kanter says, they have a few ideas
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Kanter says if you use e-cigarettes and are experiencing a persistent cough, shortness of breath or chest pain, contact your doctor.

Democrats are expected to make a push for stronger gun laws when lawmakers return to Capitol Hill next week. Polls show a majority of Americans are in favor of expanded background checks. But Republican Senator John Kennedy says a background check system is already in place, but some states do a poor job of reporting important information…
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Heat index values could crack 105 and higher today as the state endures what’s set to be four to five days of brutually hot temperatures…
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After a one night stay in the hospital, former Governor Edwin Edwards, is back home. Edwards was brought to the hospital Tuesday morning after he suffered a sharp drop in blood sugar that left him unresponsive. The 92-year-old was apparently dehydrated after battling a stomach virus over the Labor Day Weekend. Spokesperson Leo Honeycutt says Edwards passed all the medical tests and his vital signs are good.