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Even after a Harvard team took into account differences in age and weight among ancient specimens and knees today, they found that modern humans tend to have more osteoarthritis.

Thursday, May 18, at 6 p.m. When the weather warms up, it opens up so many more opportunities to enjoy outdoor sports. To tell us how we can stay safe and prevent sports injuries in the summer, Health Matters host, Dr. Patrick Lavo, will be joined by Dr. Charles W. Webb, Director of the Division of Sports Medicine and Director, of Sports Medicine Fellowship at LSU Health, and Dr. Cory Coehoorn, Associate Professor in Exercise Physiology at LSU Health Shreveport. Questions will be taken during the show at 1-800-552-8502.

Thursday, June 29, at 6 p.m. Host Jenny Gregorio is joined by Janet Miller and Andrew Ameen from the Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling to discuss the three-digit national calling code, 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which is providing help to community members in need. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline accepts calls from anyone who needs support for a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis 24/7, and it’s free and confidential.

At nearly a million acres, the Atchafalaya Basin is America’s largest swamp. It’s bigger than the Florida Everglades, yet how much do you know about its role in flood management and land building? Brian Lezina with the Coastal Planning and Restoration Authority, and Justin Lemoine, with the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area join host Rebecca Triche to discuss managing for wildlife habitat in “the Basin” and its significance for sustaining cultures and communities. Learn more about the Atchafalaya Basin on the next Conserving Earth on Wednesday November 15 at 6pm.

Thu., May 9, 2024 at 6 p.m. On this episode of Health Matters, Dr. Randall Brewer talks about a newer field in healthcare, regenerative medicine, with Dr. Thomas Buchheit, Director of Regenerative Pain Therapies at Duke Health; and Dr. Shane Barton, Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery at LSU Health Shreveport. We learn about some of the latest treatments available for pain management utilizing stem cells and blood-based therapies such as platelet rich plasma and how these therapies can harness the body’s natural ability to heal.

Airs Mon., June 24, 6 p.m. This week Shannon Johnston talks with former US Congressman and Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming about his entrepreneurial ventures. Mr. Fleming is the owner of 36 Subway franchises, a sub franchiser of 182 UPS Stores, a franchisee of Blaze Pizza as well as a developer of commercial real estate.

Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. at 6 p.m. Dr. John Bienvenu, with Gastrointestinal Specialists, will be our guest to talk about functional disorders of the GI system, one of which can affect the general population but diabetics at a higher rate, and the importance of colon cancer screening. Dr. Randall Brewer hosts this Health Matters. Questions will be taken during the show at 1-800-552-8502.

Airs Mon., May 19, 6:30 p.m. This week community connections talks to Rhea DeOliviera. After nearly 30 years in retail sales, Rhea DeOliviera retired in 2017 and soon found a new purpose at The Ruston Shed. A lifelong hobby woodworker, he joined the organization in 2018 and now shares his skills, experience, and passion with others in a space built on camaraderie, creativity, and community. At The Ruston Shed, Rhea helps foster connection and well-being through hands-on projects that bring people together—one piece of wood at a time.

Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 6 p.m. Host Jenny Gregorio talks with Shainne “Shai” Williams, Community Educator and Multiethnic Specialist with the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA). They’ll explore the life-saving impact of organ donation and how LOPA provides compassionate support to families experiencing loss. This show has been recorded; live questions will not be available during this episode.

Airs Mon., Nov. 24, 6:30 p.m. Community Connections has a conversation with Anabelinda “Ana” Ford, founder of Parents United Against Youth Violence. Parents United Against Youth Violence is a grassroots movement in El Dorado, Arkansas, dedicated to transforming young lives and preventing youth violence through testimony, outreach, and faith. Inspired by her own family’s struggles, Ana leads marches, support groups, and scholarship efforts to bring hope, healing, and opportunity to her community.