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06/26/2026

✨ New facilities. New programs. New milestones. ✨

On the latest episode of St. Tammany Health System’s “Northshore Healthbeat” podcast, STHS President and CEO Joan Coffman drops by for a mid-year pulse check on all that’s going on throughout the health system.

🎧 Listen now https://www.sttammany.health/News/NorthshoreHealthbeatS3E12

06/26/2026

This week, the St. Tammany Health System Learning and Development Department proudly welcomed another class of nurse residents as they begin their journey into professional nursing practice. ✨

This class includes graduates from an array of schools including Northshore Technical Community College, Southeastern Louisiana University, Pearl River Community College, Southwest Mississippi Community College and Louisiana State University. These newly licensed nurses are taking the next step in building rewarding careers dedicated to caring for our community. ❤️

06/25/2026

What are the risk factors for stroke and what can you do to help prevent one? 🧠🩺

Recently, St. Tammany Health System's Stroke Program Coordinator, Angele Lacoste, and Clinical Nurse Specialist, Toby Tournillon, joined Lake 94.7 and Highway 104.7 to discuss stroke prevention, warning signs and risk factors.

Listen here 👇
https://northshoremedia.net/2026/06/25/st-tammany-health-system-and-lake-loot-2/

06/25/2026

With the Fourth of July holiday nearing, St. Tammany Health System has announced the holiday hours for the extended weekend. ❤️🤍💙

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With the Fourth of July holiday nearing, St. Tammany Health System has announced the following hours for the extended weekend:

06/22/2026

After receiving a diagnosis he never saw coming, Frank Bouton found himself on a healthcare journey that changed his life.

In the latest episode of Northshore Healthbeat, the official podcast of St. Tammany Health System, Frank joins cardiologist Dr. Russell Reed and hosts Mike Scott and Breanna Dominguez for an honest conversation about the importance of listening to your body, staying current with regular checkups and never dismissing symptoms that may seem minor.

Tune in to hear Frank’s inspiring story 👉

In the latest episode of “Northshore Healthbeat,” the official podcast of St. Tammany Health System, patient Frank Bouton joins cardiologist Dr. Russell Reed for a candid conversation about the importance of listening to your body, keeping up with regular checkups and refusing to ignore symptoms...

06/18/2026

Compassionate care can make all the difference during life’s most difficult moments. ❤️

Kristi Lamarque-Bordelon, bereavement nurse navigator for Women and Children’s Services at St. Tammany Health System, recently stopped by Lake 94.7 and Highway1047 to talk about how STHS is elevating bereavement care and supporting families through loss with dignity, empathy and understanding.

🎧 Listen to the conversation here: https://northshoremedia.net/2026/06/18/sths-and-lake-loot/

06/16/2026

St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group and the American Diabetes Association as a Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes! 🩺❤️

This recognition was awarded to just 37 hospitals nationwide—and St. Tammany Parish Hospital is the only hospital in Louisiana to earn the distinction.

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St. Tammany Health System’s flagship St. Tammany Parish Hospital has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group and the American Diabetes Association as a Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes. It is one of just 37 hospitals earning this national recognition, and the only one in L...

06/15/2026

A remarkable journey deserves a remarkable celebration. ✨

Last week, St. Tammany Health System executive leadership and colleagues honored Chief Nursing Officer Kerry Milton as she retired after 44 years of service. Her legacy of compassion, leadership and dedication to patient care will continue to inspire STHS for years to come.

06/11/2026

After 44 years of compassionate service, leadership and dedication to patient care, Chief Nursing Officer Kerry Milton is reflecting on an extraordinary career at St. Tammany Health System.

As she prepares for retirement, we celebrate her remarkable legacy and the difference she has made over more than four decades of service.

Thank you, Kerry, for your unwavering commitment to our mission and the community we serve. ❤️

Read her story: https://www.sttammany.health/News/KerryMiltonRetires

06/09/2026

This Men's Health Week, take a step toward better health. 👟

Annual wellness visits with your primary care provider can help identify potential health issues before they become serious and provide guidance for staying healthy at every stage of life.

If you haven't seen your doctor recently, now is a great time to schedule a checkup. Investing in your health today can make a difference for years to come. ❤️