by Lori Tyler | Jan 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
A new year always brings a sense of possibility. Fresh calendars. Fresh goals. A quiet hope that this will be the year things feel better—stronger, healthier, more balanced. But here’s the truth we see every day in medicine: Health doesn’t improve on a timeline we...
by Lori Tyler | Dec 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
In 1989, NBC launched a message millions of Americans instantly recognized. The shooting star. The familiar voice of Tom Brokaw. The line that stayed with us: “The more you know.” That simple phrase was created to inspire action before problems became serious. Today,...
by Lori Tyler | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
ALEXANDRIA, La. — A red high-top sneaker is turning heads in Central Louisiana. It is not a fashion statement. It is the calling card of Dr. Gary Jones, a cardiovascular surgeon who has spent more than 35 years saving lives in CENLA. Jones launched Keep Louisiana...
by Lori Tyler | Jun 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
He’s Outrunning Time: At 74, this U.S. Air Force veteran is still leading from the front — one mile at a time. Before the sun rises over Ferriday, Louisiana, Colonel Herman Curry is already out running. At 74, this retired colonel, SWAT team founder, JROTC instructor,...
by Lori Tyler | Jan 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
February isn’t just another month on the calendar for us at LACVT and Diabetes Relief of Louisiana – it’s a time to celebrate what we do best: taking care of hearts! American Heart Month is a reminder that heart health is important for everyone, but for us, it’s...
by Lori Tyler | Dec 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
As the holiday season fills the air with festive joy, it’s easy to find ourselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of Christmas traditions. But amidst the celebrations, it’s essential to prioritize our health, especially for those managing diabetes, heart...
