Botanical Research Center looks for science behind Louisiana folk medicine
Cefalu explains that about a third of modern medication had its genesis in plants. For example, the most popular diabetes treatment is derived from French Lilac. Cefalu hopes the center can lay the foundation for a new treatment that is both … Read more on WBXH

California faces .7 billion decision regarding hepatitis C drug
In Louisiana, for example, providing the hepatitis C treatment to those on Medicaid who will likely benefit from the drug will cost each resident an estimated $ 294. This works out to be a substantial Medicaid tax increase for only a single drug. Other … Read more on Daily Digest

Gary Calligas: What is not covered by Medicare?
If you need certain services, treatments or supplies not covered by Medicare, you will have to pay for them privately or use supplemental health insurance (such as Medicaid, employer-based health care coverage, Medigap or Medicare supplemental … Read more on Shreveport Times