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Join us at the Block Party for Life this Saturday!

Keeping you and your family healthy is what we care most about, and that’s why we are celebrating your health with a day of music, BBQ, fish fry, health screenings and more at the “Block Party for Life” in the1800 block of Newton Street in Algiers this Saturday July 8th from 10AM – 2PM!
We will be offering free hepatitis C, HIV and blood pressure screenings, and our We PrEP Together initiative will be there to talk to you and your loved ones about how we can work together to keep the community HIV free with PrEP. A big thanks to our partners NOMTOC, Craige Cultural Center, Becnel’s Automotive Repair and Algiers Charter School Association for making this possible. The event is free and open to the public, and is family-friendly. Hope to see you there! READ MORE

Watch Dr. Donald Costello discuss signs and symptoms of cataracts with Katie Steiner from WWLTV. Dr. Costello is an optometrist at St. Thomas Community Health Center.

St. Thomas Community Health Care celebrated community and health with the first Block Party for Life in Algiers on July 8. The family-friendly event featured music, food and beverage, health screenings and a second line!

Dr. Bruce Lovelace of St. Thomas Community Health Center says there’s something else parents should be aware of.

Your Health Should Be Convenient

At St. Thomas, the quality healthcare you and your family deserve is easily accessible. That’s why same day and next day appointments are our specialty. Whether your child is sick and needs to see a pediatrician, you need a last minute physical, or an unplanned injury happens, our dedicated team is here to provide comprehensive care for all ages the same or next day. READ MORE

3D Mammography is Here!

Thanks to the Susan G. Komen New Orleans Affiliate and the Louisiana Breast and Cervical Health Program, our Breast Center has recently updated its equipment with a new 3D mammogram machine. 3D imaging can enhance the radiologist’s ability to detect breast problems. As before, we have a computer assisted process for further aiding the radiologist in detecting breast abnormalities. READ MORE

If you have been watching the news lately, you are probably aware of the increase in mumps cases in Louisiana, primarily at LSU and in the Baton Rouge area, and recently, a case at Loyola University’s campus. As of March 23, the Louisiana Department of Health has received reports of 22 confirmed cases of mumps. READ MORE

As the Mumps Outbreak Spreads in Louisiana, Remain Informed of the Symptoms to Keep You and Your Family Safe

As of Wednesday, March 29, there are a total of 30 confirmed mumps cases in the state. The mumps virus is highly contagious and can be spread from one infected person to another by coughing, sneezing, or sharing food and drinks. If you think you or a loved one may have mumps, contact your St. Thomas Community Health Center provider immediately to schedule an appointment, and do your best to refrain from being around others to prevent further spread of this infectious virus. READ MORE