Opelousas General Health System

65 Years of Caring!

Our primary goal is to provide quality, compassionate, affordable & accessible health care. We are able to offer this with the help of our physicians, staff members, volunteers & community. Working together, we can provide greater benefits of lasting value that will touch more lives than ever before.

On May 29, 1957, Opelousas General Hospital, under the management of the Marianites of Holy Cross, opened its doors to this community. The growth and prosperity of this hospital over the past 65 years has been nothing short of remarkable.

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Commitment to Excellence

Serving as the region’s referral medical center, OGHS is this area’s most comprehensive community health care facility offering a wide range of medical specialties and state-of-the-art technology.

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Better Breathers Club - Support Group for individuals with Lung Disease
AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION®

American Lung Association Better Breathers Clubs are regularly scheduled, in-person support groups for individuals with chronic lung disease including COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer.
Learn ways to better cope with your diagnosis while getting the support of others in similar situations. These support groups give you the tools you need to live your best quality of life.
Led by an American Lung Association trained facilitator, Better Breathers Clubs feature educational presentations on a wide range of relevant topics, including:
- How COPD affects the lungs
- Breathing techniques Exercise
- Talking with your physician
- Medications & other treatment options
- Medical tests
- Supplemental oxygen
- Home healthcare
- Lung transplants
- Air pollution
It feels good to talk with others who understand what you are feeling, and can offer support and encouragement along the way.
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